Vegetable seeds imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported vegetable seeds worth $122.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 29% on 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $122.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $95.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $84.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $108.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $76.5M | 919 t |
| 2019 | $73.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $72.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $66.6M | 1.6K t |
Where Morocco imports vegetable seeds from
Most of the value came from France (15%), Peru (12%), Netherlands (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 39%. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $18.5M | 15% |
| Peru | $15.2M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $14.2M | 12% |
| China | $9.9M | 8.1% |
| Chile | $8.7M | 7.1% |
| Israel | $8.2M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $7.5M | 6.1% |
| Tanzania | $5.9M | 4.8% |
| New Zealand | $5.1M | 4.2% |
| United States | $3.8M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.21 per kg, 74% above the world average of $36.86. 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.
Vegetable seeds exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $9.9 million of vegetable seeds in 2024 (28 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $8.1M | 82% |
| France | $629K | 6.4% |
| New Zealand | $414K | 4.2% |
| Argentina | $197K | 2% |
| Turkey | $115K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $104K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $75K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $66K | 0.7% |
| Senegal | $35K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $34K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco vegetable seeds imports (HS 1209.91): 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 1209.91: Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of vegetable seeds imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported vegetable seeds worth $122.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 210 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply vegetable seeds to Morocco?
France was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($18.5 million), followed by Peru (12%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of vegetable seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.21 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $36.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vegetable seeds to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.6 million in 2017 to $122.6 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $87.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export vegetable seeds?
Yes. Morocco exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, France and New Zealand. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $112.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vegetable seeds?
The HS code for vegetable seeds is subheading 1209.91. 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.
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