Seeds for sowing exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $42.2 million of seeds for sowing in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $40.1M | 554 t |
| 2022 | $28.3M | 577 t |
| 2021 | $48.2M | 793 t |
| 2020 | $34.6M | 882 t |
| 2019 | $37.4M | 577 t |
| 2018 | $29.6M | 744 t |
| 2017 | $23.5M | 107 t |
Where Kenya exports seeds for sowing to
Most of it went to Uganda (19%), Netherlands (11%), Mexico (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $8.0M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 11% |
| Mexico | $3.5M | 8.3% |
| Guatemala | $2.6M | 6.3% |
| Tanzania | $2.4M | 5.7% |
| France | $2.3M | 5.4% |
| Australia | $1.7M | 4.1% |
| Rwanda | $1.5M | 3.6% |
| Morocco | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 2.6% |
Product types under HS 1209
| 1209.91 | Vegetable seeds | 76% |
| 1209.99 | Seeds (other species) | 17% |
| 1209.30 | Flower seeds | 6.8% |
| 1209.29 | Forage crop seeds (other) | 0.7% |
| 1209.21 | Alfalfa seeds | 0.1% |
| 1209.10 | Sugar beet seeds | 0% |
| 1209.22 | Clover seeds | 0% |
| 1209.25 | Ryegrass seeds | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1209.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.85 per kg, 314% 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 imports to Kenya
Imports of seeds for sowing by Kenya reached $27.0 million in 2024 (793 tonnes). Most of the value came from South Africa (15%), Chile (11%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 37%. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.1M | 15% |
| Chile | $3.0M | 11% |
| India | $2.8M | 11% |
| United States | $2.6M | 9.7% |
| Argentina | $2.3M | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 7.8% |
| France | $2.1M | 7.7% |
| Israel | $2.0M | 7.4% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 6.1% |
| Australia | $694K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya seeds for sowing exports (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 exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported seeds for sowing worth $42.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy seeds for sowing from Kenya?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (11%) and Mexico (8%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 100 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average export price of seeds for sowing per kg?
The average declared export value was about $38.85 per kg in 2024, 314% 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 exports of seeds for sowing from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $23.5 million in 2017 to $42.2 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2021 at $48.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also import seeds for sowing?
Yes. Kenya imported $27.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Chile and India. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for seeds for sowing?
The HS code for seeds for sowing is heading 1209. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 1209.91 (76% of the value) and 1209.99 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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