Sorghum seed exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Tanzania exported $5.9 million of sorghum seed in 2024 (20.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. That is 138% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $5.9M | 20.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $34K | 116 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 6.7K t |
Where Tanzania exports sorghum seed to
Uganda alone took 52% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $3.1M | 52% |
| South Sudan | $1.0M | 18% |
| Kenya | $911K | 16% |
| DR Congo | $477K | 8.2% |
| Rwanda | $333K | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 68% below the world average of $0.91, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania sorghum seed exports (HS 1007.10): 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 1007.10: Cereals: grain sorghum, seed.
Common questions
What is the value of sorghum seed exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported sorghum seed worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 75 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 138% on 2023.
Which countries buy sorghum seed from Tanzania?
Uganda was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by South Sudan (18%) and Kenya (16%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average export price of sorghum seed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sorghum seed from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.4 million in 2018 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 324%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorghum seed?
The HS code for sorghum seed is subheading 1007.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1007 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 Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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