Hay and fodder imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported hay and fodder worth $2.6 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $2.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 4.2K t |
Where Israel imports hay and fodder from
The largest suppliers were Chile (41%), Italy (38%), Australia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $1.1M | 41% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 38% |
| Australia | $334K | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $93K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $37K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $33K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $25K | 1% |
| Greece | $22K | 0.8% |
| Croatia | $10K | 0.4% |
| China | $6K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 1214
| 1214.90 | Forage products including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, vetches etc., pelletised or otherwise | 60% |
| 1214.10 | Lucerne (alfalfa) meal and pellets | 40% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.34. 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 Israel?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 1214: Swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, lucerne (alfalfa), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets.
Common questions
What is the value of hay and fodder imported by Israel?
Israel imported hay and fodder worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply hay and fodder to Israel?
Chile was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Italy (38%) and Australia (13%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of hay and fodder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.34 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of hay and fodder to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2023 at $2.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for hay and fodder?
The HS code for hay and fodder is heading 1214. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 1214.90 (60% of the value) and 1214.10 (40%). 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 1214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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