Vegetable seeds imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $20.2 million of vegetable seeds in 2024 (568 tonnes). Value rose 45% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% 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 | $20.2M | 568 t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 271 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 239 t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 224 t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 363 t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 323 t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 487 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 50 t |
Where Uganda imports vegetable seeds from
The largest suppliers were Kenya (35%), India (22%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $7.1M | 35% |
| India | $4.5M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 6.7% |
| United States | $1.2M | 5.9% |
| Tanzania | $1.1M | 5.3% |
| China | $941K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $867K | 4.3% |
| France | $657K | 3.3% |
| Chile | $508K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.49 per kg, close to the world average of $36.86.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vegetable seeds exports from Uganda
Exports of vegetable seeds by Uganda reached $1.7 million in 2024 (311 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $923K | 53% |
| South Sudan | $757K | 44% |
| Tanzania | $50K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.3% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda vegetable seeds imports (HS 1209.91): 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 1209.91: Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of vegetable seeds imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported vegetable seeds worth $20.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 568 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply vegetable seeds to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by India (22%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of vegetable seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $35.49 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $36.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vegetable seeds to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $20.2 million in 2024, an increase of 745%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also export vegetable seeds?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, South Sudan and Tanzania. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for vegetable seeds?
The HS code for vegetable seeds is subheading 1209.91. 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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