Key Market Indicators
Onion consumption in Botswana is projected to reach 11,400 metric tons by 2026, up from 11,000 metric tons in 2021. This translates to an average annual growth rate of 0.8%. Since 2017, onion demand has increased 3.2% annually. In 2021, Botswana was ranked 116th, overtaken by the Maldives with 11,000 metric tons. India, the US and Egypt were respectively ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Onion production in Botswana is forecast to reach 7,800 metric tons by 2026, up from 7,000 metric tons in 2021. This represents a CAGR of 1.7%. Since 2017, onion supply has remained stable. In 2021, Botswana was ranked 109th, overtaken by Kuwait with 7,000 metric tons. India, the US and Egypt were respectively ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th.
