Vegetable seeds imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $7.8 million of vegetable seeds in 2024 (550 tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $7.8M | 550 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 231 t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 275 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 209 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 180 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 116 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 146 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 93 t |
Where Zambia imports vegetable seeds from
Most of the value came from South Africa (34%), Peru (12%), Israel (12%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.7M | 34% |
| Peru | $954K | 12% |
| Israel | $913K | 12% |
| Chile | $585K | 7.5% |
| China | $511K | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $327K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $311K | 4% |
| Argentina | $304K | 3.9% |
| United States | $212K | 2.7% |
| Denmark | $209K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.28 per kg, 61% below the world average of $36.86, 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.
Vegetable seeds exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported vegetable seeds worth $3.5 million (308 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (42%), Angola (20%), Ukraine (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+891% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 42% |
| Angola | $707K | 20% |
| Ukraine | $240K | 6.8% |
| China | $192K | 5.4% |
| Canada | $131K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $130K | 3.7% |
| Mozambique | $109K | 3.1% |
| Poland | $74K | 2.1% |
| Armenia | $69K | 2% |
| Kazakhstan | $65K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia 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 Zambia?
Zambia imported vegetable seeds worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 550 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply vegetable seeds to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Peru (12%) and Israel (12%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of vegetable seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.28 per kg in 2024, 61% below 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 Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Zambia also export vegetable seeds?
Yes. Zambia exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Angola and Ukraine. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 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.
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