Common wheat seed exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported common wheat seed worth $10.5 million (20.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $16.1 million.
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 | $10.5M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 21.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 44.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 37.0K t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 52.6K t |
Where the United States exports common wheat seed to
The largest buyer markets were Venezuela (28%), China (19%), Indonesia (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | $2.9M | 28% |
| China | $2.0M | 20% |
| Indonesia | $1.9M | 18% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 13% |
| Canada | $601K | 5.7% |
| Malaysia | $394K | 3.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $364K | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $291K | 2.8% |
| Brazil | $195K | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $143K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.51 per kg, 65% above the world average of $0.31. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Common wheat seed imports to the United States
Imports of common wheat seed by the United States reached $564 thousand in 2024 (669 tonnes). Canada alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $414K | 73% |
| Italy | $89K | 16% |
| Costa Rica | $38K | 6.8% |
| Peru | $7K | 1.1% |
| Argentina | $6K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 1% |
| Ukraine | $2K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.3% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.2% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 1001.91: Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed.
Common questions
What is the value of common wheat seed exported by the United States?
The United States exported common wheat seed worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 84 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy common wheat seed from the United States?
Venezuela was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (19%) and Indonesia (18%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 219% on the year.
What is the average export price of common wheat seed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $0.31 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of common wheat seed from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $16.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import common wheat seed?
Yes. The United States imported $564 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Italy and Costa Rica. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for common wheat seed?
The HS code for common wheat seed is subheading 1001.91. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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