Alfalfa seeds imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported alfalfa seeds worth $7.1 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 174% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 418 t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 362 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 289 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 474 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 335 t |
Where Algeria imports alfalfa seeds from
United States alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+205% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.7M | 95% |
| France | $128K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $124K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $80K | 1.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.33 per kg, 83% above the world average of $3.45. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria alfalfa seeds imports (HS 1209.21): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1209.21: Seeds of forage plants: lucerne (alfalfa) seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of alfalfa seeds imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported alfalfa seeds worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 129 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 174% on 2023.
Which countries supply alfalfa seeds to Algeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by France (2%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 205% on the year.
What is the average import price of alfalfa seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.33 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $3.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of alfalfa seeds to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 247%. The peak was 2022 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for alfalfa seeds?
The HS code for alfalfa seeds is subheading 1209.21. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1209 page.
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