In 2023, China dominates the global sweet potato market with a volume of 24.12 million metric tons, though it experienced a slight year-on-year decrease of 2.11%. Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda, and Indonesia follow, with varied growth rates. Tanzania grew by 0.84%, Nigeria by 0.5%, while Uganda recorded a 1.13% increase. The United States remains a significant player with 0.989 million metric tons, witnessing a marginal increase of 0.1% compared to the previous year. Notably, markets like Mozambique faced a steep decline of 7.27%, and other countries show mixed trends.
Future trends to watch in the global sweet potatoes market include potential expansions in the African and Asian markets due to increased agricultural investments and innovations. Sustainability in farming practices and climate change resilience strategies will be critical in shaping production capacities. Additionally, rising health consciousness and demand for nutrient-rich foods will likely spur growth in North American and European markets.
Top countries in Sweet Potatoes Market Size Volume by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 24,120 | 2023 | -1.89% | -2.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Tanzania | 3,600 | 2023 | +2.15% | +0.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Nigeria | 2,840 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Uganda | 2,120 | 2023 | +0.9% | +1.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 1,680 | 2023 | -0.94% | -1.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ethiopia | 1,470 | 2023 | +1.52% | +1.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Angola | 1,340 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 India | 1,200 | 2023 | +0.67% | +0.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Rwanda | 1,000 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 989 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.1% | View data |
