Corn seed imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported corn seed worth $8.5 million (15.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 102% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.5M | 15.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 15.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports corn seed from
South Africa alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.4M | 88% |
| Zambia | $1.1M | 13% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Romania | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Ghana | $0K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.55 per kg, 57% below the world average of $1.28, 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.
Corn seed exports from Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe exported $18.9 million of corn seed in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (36%), Tanzania (27%), Malawi (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $6.7M | 36% |
| Tanzania | $5.0M | 27% |
| Malawi | $2.7M | 14% |
| Mozambique | $2.5M | 13% |
| Kenya | $1.5M | 8% |
| Morocco | $104K | 0.6% |
| Botswana | $77K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $72K | 0.4% |
| Mauritius | $37K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $34K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe corn seed imports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported corn seed worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn seed to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Zambia (12%) and Mauritius (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.55 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $1.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of corn seed to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2018 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export corn seed?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $18.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Tanzania and Malawi. That compares with imports of $8.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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