The 2023 data indicates Nigeria leads global cassava demand with 59.41 million metric tons, followed by China (29.6) and Ghana (21.37). Nigeria saw a minor decline (-0.021%), while China experienced a significant drop (-0.22%). Ghana witnessed a substantial increase in demand (+0.5%), making it important to monitor. Other notable trends include declines in Indonesia (-1.85%) and Brazil (-2.22%), while Thailand (+0.31%) and Angola (+0.63%) showed positive growth. Despite some drops, Ivory Coast (+1.49%), Cuba (+4.02%), and several smaller players such as Niger (+3.12%), and Chad (+4.09%) displayed impressive increases in 2023. India (-7.37%) and South Korea (-11.06%) recorded remarkable declines.
The five-year CAGR for major cassava-consuming countries will determine the shifts in market dynamics. Future trends to watch include the potential influence of climate change on cassava yields, technological advancements in cassava processing, and shifting dietary preferences which could affect demand patterns globally. Ongoing economic conditions in these key countries will also play a significant role in shaping the future of cassava demand.
Top countries in Cassava Demand by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Nigeria | 59,410 | 2023 | +0.29% | -0.021% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 29,600 | 2023 | -2.26% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ghana | 21,370 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 16,340 | 2023 | -2.99% | -1.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 15,740 | 2023 | -2.72% | -2.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Thailand | 12,840 | 2023 | +3.77% | +0.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Angola | 9,010 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mozambique | 8,430 | 2023 | +0.14% | -0.038% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Tanzania | 8,170 | 2023 | +2.52% | -0.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cambodia | 6,510 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.69% | View data |
