The global sweet potato seed availability shows that Madagascar leads with 97,000 metric tons, despite a slight decline of 0.8% in 2023. Brazil and the United States follow, with increases of 2.53% and 1.28% respectively. Egypt's supply remained stable with a 0.34% rise. South Korea, North Korea, and Japan exhibit minimal growth or stagnation, while smaller producers like Guyana, Peru, and Mexico have seen no change. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varies, highlighting distinct developmental speeds across regions.
Looking ahead, factors influencing future trends include climate change, technological advancements in agriculture, and government policies promoting root crop cultivation. Monitoring demand shifts due to dietary preferences and exports will be pivotal in predicting the global sweet potato seed market’s trajectory.
Top countries in Sweet Potatoes Seed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Madagascar | 97 | 2023 | -1.02% | -0.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 68 | 2023 | +3.03% | +2.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 65 | 2023 | 0% | +1.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Egypt | 59 | 2023 | +1.72% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 18 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 North Korea | 14 | 2023 | 0% | +1.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 12 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Guyana | 6 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Peru | 6 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mexico | 3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
