Sorghum seed imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sorghum seed by Uganda reached $3.4 million in 2024 (9.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 126 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 494% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 187% 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 | $3.4M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $566K | 356 t |
| 2020 | $19K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $244K | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $373K | 561 t |
| 2017 | $2K | 2 t |
Where Uganda imports sorghum seed from
One supplier dominates: Tanzania accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $3.1M | 91% |
| United States | $300K | 8.9% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.34 per kg, 63% 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.
Sorghum seed exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $5.6 million of sorghum seed in 2024 (40.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 75 countries for exports of this product. Rwanda alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $5.6M | 100% |
| Kenya | $11K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda sorghum seed imports (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 imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported sorghum seed worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 126 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 494% on 2023.
Which countries supply sorghum seed to Uganda?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United States (9%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of sorghum seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.34 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sorghum seed to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $761 thousand a year.
Does Uganda also export sorghum seed?
Yes. Uganda exported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda and Kenya. That compares with imports of $3.4 million in the same 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?
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