Fresh legumes exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fresh legumes by Kenya reached $56.1 million in 2024 (24.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 161 countries. Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $152.9 million.
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 | $56.1M | 24.5K t |
| 2023 | $72.1M | 29.6K t |
| 2022 | $80.9M | 34.0K t |
| 2021 | $71.9M | 34.4K t |
| 2020 | $49.5M | 26.8K t |
| 2019 | $87.4M | 36.0K t |
| 2018 | $152.9M | 43.5K t |
| 2017 | $138.9M | 38.1K t |
Where Kenya exports fresh legumes to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (34%), France (26%), Netherlands (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $18.8M | 34% |
| France | $14.4M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $10.5M | 19% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 2.3% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Uganda | $980K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $962K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $958K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 0708
| 0708.20 | Fresh green beans | 67% |
| 0708.10 | Fresh peas | 28% |
| 0708.90 | Fresh pulses (other) | 5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0708.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.29 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.80. 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 Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fresh legumes exports (HS 0708): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 0708: Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh legumes exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported fresh legumes worth $56.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 161 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh legumes from Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($18.8 million), followed by France (26%) and the Netherlands (19%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 265% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh legumes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.29 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh legumes from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $138.9 million in 2017 to $56.1 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2018 at $152.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $88.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh legumes?
The HS code for fresh legumes is heading 0708. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 0708.20 (67% of the value) and 0708.10 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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