Seeds (other species) exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of seeds (other species) by Kenya reached $7.0 million in 2024 (464 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $7.0M | 465 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 220 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 140 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 300 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 352 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 155 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 326 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 76 t |
Where Kenya exports seeds (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were Guatemala (36%), Netherlands (25%), Australia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $2.5M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 25% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 16% |
| Uganda | $939K | 13% |
| Rwanda | $119K | 1.7% |
| Ethiopia | $80K | 1.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $70K | 1% |
| Somalia | $62K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $58K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $53K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.12 per kg, 87% above the world average of $8.07. 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 (other species) imports to Kenya
Imports of seeds (other species) by Kenya reached $1.4 million in 2024 (82 tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (45%), United States (19%), Israel (7%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $638K | 45% |
| United States | $276K | 19% |
| Israel | $102K | 7.2% |
| Australia | $67K | 4.7% |
| South Africa | $61K | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $52K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $46K | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $30K | 2.1% |
| China | $22K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya seeds (other species) exports (HS 1209.99): 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 1209.99: Seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of seeds (other species) exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported seeds (other species) worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 464 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 149 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy seeds (other species) from Kenya?
Guatemala was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (25%) and Australia (16%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 43 buyer countries in total. Somalia grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average export price of seeds (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.12 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $8.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of seeds (other species) from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 147%. The peak was 2023 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also import seeds (other species)?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United States and Israel. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for seeds (other species)?
The HS code for seeds (other species) is subheading 1209.99. 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 1209 page.
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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