| Product Code: ETC176700 | Publication Date: Jan 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Qatar Sweet Potatoes market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 3826, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 1787 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The sweet potato market in Qatar is relatively small but growing, with imports increasing by 64% between 2017 and 2019. In 2019, Qatar imported around 1,600 tons of sweet potatoes worth $3 million dollars from countries including Israel, India and the United States. The majority of this market share is held by Indian exports (50%), followed by Israel (30%) and the USA holding 20%.
The growth of the Qatar sweet potatoes market is driven by the increasing awareness of the nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, sweet potatoes are considered a healthier alternative to traditional potatoes, appealing to health-conscious consumers and those seeking diverse culinary options.
One of the challenges in the Qatar sweet potatoes market is the relatively limited familiarity and consumption of sweet potatoes compared to other staple foods. Promoting the nutritional benefits and versatility of sweet potatoes while addressing consumer preferences for traditional foods poses a challenge for market growth.
The sweet potatoes market in Qatar felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through supply chain disruptions and changes in consumer preferences. Restrictions on trade and transportation influenced the availability of sweet potatoes. Moreover, shifts in food consumption patterns and the emphasis on staple foods during uncertain times affected the demand for sweet potatoes.
Major key players in Qatar production and export of sweet potatoes include Al Rawabi, a leading agricultural business group; Qatar National Import Export Company (QNIE), which is responsible for the importation and distribution of fresh produce to supermarkets; and Amwaj Food Industries LLC, an exporter specializing in vegetables from around the region. Other important actors are farmers who cultivate the crop on smallholdings throughout rural areas as well as wholesalers who buy from local farms and supply larger chains. Additionally, international organizations such as USAID have invested resources into increasing production levels within Qatar by providing training workshops and access to advanced farming technologies.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Overview |
3.1 Qatar Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, 2020 & 2030F |
3.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2020 & 2030F |
3.6 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2020 & 2030F |
3.7 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2020 & 2030F |
3.8 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2020 & 2030F |
4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness and awareness about the nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes. |
4.2.2 Growing demand for organic and locally-sourced produce in Qatar. |
4.2.3 Rising popularity of sweet potato-based dishes and products in the region. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal availability and dependency on specific growing conditions for sweet potatoes. |
4.3.2 Limited agricultural land and water resources in Qatar for sweet potato cultivation. |
4.3.3 Price volatility due to factors like import costs and currency fluctuations. |
5 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Trends |
6 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market, By Types |
6.1 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2020-2030F |
6.1.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Fresh, 2020-2030F |
6.1.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Frozen, 2020-2030F |
6.1.5 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Dried, 2020-2030F |
6.1.6 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2020-2030F |
6.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market, By Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Whole Product, 2020-2030F |
6.2.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Paste, 2020-2030F |
6.2.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Flour, 2020-2030F |
6.2.5 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2020-2030F |
6.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2020-2030F |
6.3.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverage, 2020-2030F |
6.3.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal feed, 2020-2030F |
6.3.5 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2020-2030F |
6.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market, By End-use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2020-2030F |
6.4.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2020-2030F |
7 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of sweet potatoes in Qatar. |
8.2 Number of new sweet potato product launches in the market. |
8.3 Consumer perception and awareness of sweet potatoes' health benefits through surveys or feedback. |
9 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2020 & 2030F |
9.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2020 & 2030F |
9.3 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2020 & 2030F |
9.4 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2020 & 2030F |
10 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2023 |
10.2 Qatar Sweet Potatoes Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |