Alfalfa seeds exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of alfalfa seeds by Turkey reached $4.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% 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 | $4.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 961 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 672 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 562 t |
| 2019 | $537K | 194 t |
| 2018 | $893K | 229 t |
| 2017 | $485K | 125 t |
Where Turkey exports alfalfa seeds to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (29%), Uzbekistan (20%), Greece (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.3M | 29% |
| Uzbekistan | $876K | 20% |
| Greece | $539K | 12% |
| Azerbaijan | $410K | 9.2% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $301K | 6.7% |
| Sudan | $191K | 4.3% |
| Egypt | $148K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $132K | 2.9% |
| Libya | $112K | 2.5% |
| Tajikistan | $101K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.22 per kg, close to the world average of $3.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alfalfa seeds imports to Turkey
Turkey imported $2.3 million of alfalfa seeds in 2024 (422 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.2M | 52% |
| Greece | $594K | 26% |
| Croatia | $241K | 10% |
| Algeria | $82K | 3.6% |
| France | $67K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $64K | 2.8% |
| Argentina | $47K | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $25K | 1.1% |
| Russia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey alfalfa seeds exports (HS 1209.21): 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 1209.21: Seeds of forage plants: lucerne (alfalfa) seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of alfalfa seeds exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported alfalfa seeds worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 72 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy alfalfa seeds from Turkey?
Italy was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Uzbekistan (20%) and Greece (12%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Azerbaijan grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average export price of alfalfa seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.22 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of alfalfa seeds from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $485 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 821%. The peak was 2023 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Turkey also import alfalfa seeds?
Yes. Turkey imported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Greece and Croatia. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for alfalfa seeds?
The HS code for alfalfa seeds is subheading 1209.21. 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?
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