Forage crop seeds (other) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $6.4 million of forage crop seeds (other) in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $6.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 2.1K t |
Where South Africa exports forage crop seeds (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Pakistan (10%), Italy (10%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $660K | 10% |
| Italy | $615K | 9.6% |
| South Korea | $574K | 9% |
| Namibia | $525K | 8.2% |
| Botswana | $514K | 8% |
| Morocco | $446K | 7% |
| Zambia | $355K | 5.6% |
| Greece | $332K | 5.2% |
| Argentina | $306K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $263K | 4.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.40, 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.
Forage crop seeds (other) imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported forage crop seeds (other) worth $4.9 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Australia (31%), United States (27%), Brazil (6%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+313% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.5M | 31% |
| United States | $1.3M | 27% |
| Brazil | $314K | 6.4% |
| Denmark | $277K | 5.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $227K | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $221K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $202K | 4.1% |
| India | $161K | 3.3% |
| New Zealand | $157K | 3.2% |
| France | $125K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa forage crop seeds (other) exports (HS 1209.29): 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 1209.29: Seeds of forage plants: other than lucerne, clover, fescue, Kentucky blue grass, and rye grass seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of forage crop seeds (other) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported forage crop seeds (other) worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 123 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy forage crop seeds (other) from South Africa?
Pakistan was the largest buyer with 10% of the value ($660 thousand), followed by Italy (10%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 29%, out of 49 buyer countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average export price of forage crop seeds (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of forage crop seeds (other) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2021 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import forage crop seeds (other)?
Yes. South Africa imported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, the United States and Brazil. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for forage crop seeds (other)?
The HS code for forage crop seeds (other) is subheading 1209.29. 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?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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