Seeds for sowing imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Ethiopia imported $15.3 million of seeds for sowing in 2024 (381 tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $15.3M | 381 t |
| 2023 | $15.9M | 288 t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 261 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 260 t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 314 t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 224 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 216 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 247 t |
Where Ethiopia imports seeds for sowing from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (43%), Israel (31%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $6.6M | 43% |
| Israel | $4.8M | 31% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 6.7% |
| Kenya | $678K | 4.4% |
| India | $612K | 4% |
| South Africa | $469K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $336K | 2.2% |
| France | $317K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $197K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $120K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 1209
| 1209.91 | Vegetable seeds | 96% |
| 1209.99 | Seeds (other species) | 2.4% |
| 1209.10 | Sugar beet seeds | 0.8% |
| 1209.23 | Fescue seeds | 0.6% |
| 1209.29 | Forage crop seeds (other) | 0.3% |
| 1209.21 | Alfalfa seeds | 0.2% |
| 1209.25 | Ryegrass seeds | 0% |
| 1209.30 | Flower seeds | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.12 per kg, 328% above the world average of $9.38. 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.
Seeds for sowing exports from Ethiopia
Exports of seeds for sowing by Ethiopia reached $11.4 million in 2024 (137 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (23%), Netherlands (21%), Egypt (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $2.7M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 21% |
| Egypt | $2.1M | 18% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 12% |
| Turkey | $692K | 6.1% |
| Canada | $647K | 5.7% |
| United States | $450K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $252K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $156K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $151K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia seeds for sowing imports (HS 1209): 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: Seeds, fruit and spores; of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of seeds for sowing imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported seeds for sowing worth $15.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 381 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply seeds for sowing to Ethiopia?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Israel (31%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of seeds for sowing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.12 per kg in 2024, 328% above the world average of $9.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of seeds for sowing to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $15.3 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. The peak was 2023 at $15.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export seeds for sowing?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, the Netherlands and Egypt. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for seeds for sowing?
The HS code for seeds for sowing is heading 1209. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 1209.91 (96% of the value) and 1209.99 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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