Cauliflower and broccoli exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported cauliflower and broccoli worth $2.8 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 3.0K t |
Where South Africa exports cauliflower and broccoli to
The largest buyer markets were Namibia (28%), Mozambique (26%), Botswana (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $786K | 28% |
| Mozambique | $741K | 27% |
| Botswana | $545K | 20% |
| Eswatini | $214K | 7.6% |
| Zambia | $158K | 5.7% |
| Lesotho | $119K | 4.3% |
| Mauritius | $60K | 2.2% |
| Malawi | $48K | 1.7% |
| Angola | $43K | 1.6% |
| DR Congo | $39K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.92 per kg, 31% below the world average of $1.34, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cauliflower and broccoli imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $492 thousand of cauliflower and broccoli in 2024 (144 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Kenya accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa cauliflower and broccoli exports (HS 0704.10): 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 0704.10: Vegetables, brassica: cauliflowers and headed broccoli, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of cauliflower and broccoli exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported cauliflower and broccoli worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 133 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy cauliflower and broccoli from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($786 thousand), followed by Mozambique (26%) and Botswana (19%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average export price of cauliflower and broccoli per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.92 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $1.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cauliflower and broccoli from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also import cauliflower and broccoli?
Yes. South Africa imported $492 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kenya, Lesotho and Malawi. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cauliflower and broccoli?
The HS code for cauliflower and broccoli is subheading 0704.10. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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