Potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets market in MENA

Earlier Report Observations

The potato flour market in MENA showed variable volume trends from 2018 to 2023, starting at 45 132 tons and reaching a peak of 61 477 tons in 2022 before moderating to 56 286 tons in 2023. In value terms, the market demonstrated stronger growth, expanding from $66.3 million to $136.8 million over the period, which points to rising prices or a shift toward higher-value product forms within the category.

Domestic production of potato flour in the region increased consistently, rising from 21 717 tons in 2018 to 34 341 tons in 2023. This growth in local output provided a solid base for the market's supply, while annual variations in import and export volumes influenced the net available volume for consumption.

In 2024, significant regional developments included a major increase in potato production in Saudi Arabia, which reported output of around 624 000 tons supported by government agricultural policies and investment in premium seeds. Concurrently, the global backdrop featured growing demand for gluten-free and alternative flours, with potato flour gaining recognition for its versatility in food processing and baking applications.

Production potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets in MENA

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Top producers of potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets, 2017-2020

World map of production of potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets, 2017-2020

MENA's production of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets has increased for the second year in a row. In 2020, the region produced 33 213 tonnes, marking a 2.0% rise from 2019. Looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 47.5%, which translates to an annualized rate of 13.8%. The lowest production level was in 2018, at 21 717 tonnes. That year also saw the largest decline, with a drop of 3.6%. In contrast, 2019 experienced the most significant increase, surging by 49.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in MENA in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

MENA's production of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets has risen for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the output was valued at 57 410 thousand US dollars, reflecting a moderate increase of 7.8% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production value grew by 46.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018, at 34 201 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 12.5%. The biggest increase occurred in 2019, with a jump of 55.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in MENA in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets from MENA

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MENA's exports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets have declined for the third year in a row. In 2020, exports totaled 8 366 tonnes, showing a significant decrease of 16.1% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 33.2%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -12.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from MENA in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, three key markets—Turkey, Sudan, and Uruguay—collectively accounted for 10.4% of MENA's total exports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets in volume terms.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from MENA in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

MENA's exports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets have decreased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the export value was 14 460 thousand US dollars, down 11.4% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports dropped by 33.5%, equating to an annualized decline of 12.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from MENA in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, MENA's exports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets in value terms were spread across a diverse range of partner countries. Turkey accounted for 10.8% of the export value, Sudan for 4.2%, and Afghanistan for 2.2%, with these three countries together making up just 17.2% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from MENA in value, 2017-2020

Imports potato flour, flakes, granules and pellets to MENA

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MENA's imports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets have fallen for the third year in a row. In 2020, imports were recorded at 28 383 tonnes, representing a reduction of 13.0% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 20.2%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -7.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to MENA in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, MENA's imports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets in volume terms were characterized by a wide distribution across markets. Germany contributed 11.8% of the imports, the Netherlands 10.4%, and Belgium 6.7%, with these three countries together accounting for only 28.9% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to MENA in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, MENA's imports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets amounted to 52 505 thousand US dollars, indicating a slight contraction of 2.5% year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 5%, which translates to an annualized rate of -1.7%. The lowest value was in 2018, at 51 058 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 7.6%. The biggest increase occurred in 2019, with a rise of 5.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to MENA in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, MENA's imports of potato flour, flakes, granules, and pellets in value terms were distributed across a broad set of partner countries. Germany accounted for 13.7% of the import value, Australia for 12.6%, and the Netherlands for 11.6%, with these three countries jointly making up just 37.8% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to MENA in value, 2017-2020