Starchy roots and tubers exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Ghana exported $65.7 million of starchy roots and tubers in 2024 (57.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65.7M | 57.9K t |
| 2023 | $53.5M | 52.6K t |
| 2022 | $47.3M | 49.7K t |
| 2021 | $42.3M | 45.1K t |
| 2020 | $38.7M | 45.6K t |
| 2019 | $38.4M | 42.2K t |
| 2018 | $37.0M | 38.3K t |
| 2017 | $32.0M | 29.9K t |
Where Ghana exports starchy roots and tubers to
The largest buyer markets were United States (36%), United Kingdom (28%), Canada (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+796% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $23.6M | 36% |
| United Kingdom | $18.6M | 28% |
| Canada | $6.6M | 10% |
| France | $5.6M | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 7% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $910K | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $438K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $356K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 0714
| 0714.30 | Yams | 97% |
| 0714.90 | Other starchy roots | 2.2% |
| 0714.10 | Cassava root | 0.8% |
| 0714.20 | Sweet potatoes | 0.3% |
| 0714.50 | Vegetable roots and tubers: yautia (Xanthosoma spp.) with high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in… | 0% |
| 0714.40 | Taro | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0714.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 335% above the world average of $0.26. 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 Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana starchy roots and tubers exports (HS 0714): 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 0714: Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content; fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith.
Common questions
What is the value of starchy roots and tubers exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported starchy roots and tubers worth $65.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 57.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 158 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy starchy roots and tubers from Ghana?
The United States was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (28%) and Canada (10%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 42 buyer countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 796% on the year.
What is the average export price of starchy roots and tubers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 335% above the world average of $0.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of starchy roots and tubers from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $32.0 million in 2017 to $65.7 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for starchy roots and tubers?
The HS code for starchy roots and tubers is heading 0714. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 0714.30 (97% of the value) and 0714.90 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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