Key Market Indicators
Nigerien onion consumption is expected to hit 1.2 million metric tons by 2026, up from 1.1 million metric tons in 2021. Year-on-year, demand has grown at an average of 2 percent since 2017. In 2021, Niger ranked 17th, with Mexico leading the way at 1.1 million metric tons. India, the US, and Egypt ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th respectively. Meanwhile, production is projected to reach 1.4 million metric tons by 2026, up from 1.3 million metric tons in 2021. Year-on-year, supply has grown at an average rate of 2.3 percent since 2017. India, the US, and Egypt ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th respectively.
