Nigeria Sesame Seed Market- Trend Analysis & Forecasts

Nigeria Sesame Seeds Market Overview:
Nigeria ranks among the world’s top producers and exporters of sesame seeds, producing ** thousand tonnes in 2023, which accounts for about **% of global production. The main sesame-growing regions include Kebbi, Jigawa, Kano, and Zamfara states, where farming is predominantly rainfed and conducted by smallholder farmers. Nigeria’s sesame seeds are favored in international markets for their high oil content, averaging around **%, making them suitable for edible oil extraction and confectionery use. In 2023, sesame seed exports generated an estimated US$ ** million, with major buyers being China, Turkey, India, and the UAE. The country’s export share is expected to rise due to increasing demand for healthy oils and natural food ingredients worldwide.

Primary Areas/ Elements of Research & Analysis
The report provides comprehensive and valuable insights into the supply and demand dynamics of the Nigeria sesame seeds market. Below are the variables considered and analyzed in the report:
• Supply-demand trends, market growth, and trade
• Market structure, conduct, and performance analysis
• Historical and forecasted market size (volume & value)
• Trade analysis (export & import), including key partners, quantities, values, and price trends
• Supply chain mapping, pricing, and regulatory framework
• Competitive landscape profiling of key players
• Factors influencing market performance, including sustainability trends

Market Growth Factors
The Nigerian sesame seeds market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of **% from 2024 to 2030, driven primarily by rising global demand for plant-based oils and health foods. The global sesame oil market alone was valued at approximately US$ ** billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ ** billion by 2030, reflecting strong consumption trends in Asia and Europe. Domestically, government initiatives like the Agricultural Promotion Policy (2016-2025) and the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme are supporting improved input access and extension services to boost yields. Nigeria’s average sesame seed yield, currently around 500 kg per hectare, is expected to improve with the adoption of improved seed varieties and irrigation expansion.

Market Restraints & Challenges
Despite strong growth prospects, Nigeria’s sesame seeds market faces challenges related to post-harvest losses and quality inconsistencies. Roughly **-**% of the sesame harvest is lost due to poor drying, storage, and processing infrastructure, especially during the rainy season. Furthermore, price volatility poses risks for smallholder farmers, with farmgate prices fluctuating between US$ ** and US$ ** per kilogram in 2023. The lack of mechanization and limited access to modern processing facilities limits value addition, resulting in the majority of exports being raw or semi-processed seeds. Regulatory challenges, such as compliance with increasingly stringent phytosanitary and quality standards in importing countries, also limit market access, especially to premium markets in the EU and North America.

Market Segmentation
The market is segmented by product type, form, and end use. By product type, white and brown sesame seeds dominate the production landscape, with white sesame preferred in higher-value oil and confectionery applications, accounting for nearly **% of export volumes. Brown sesame, used mainly for local consumption and animal feed, makes up the rest. In terms of form, the market is split between raw sesame seeds, which constitute about **% of exports, and hulled seeds and sesame oil, which are emerging segments growing at **% annually. End users include edible oil manufacturers (**%), confectionery producers (**%), animal feed producers (**%), and pharmaceutical and cosmetic companies (**%).

Competitive Landscape
The Nigerian sesame seed market features a mix of smallholder farmers, aggregators, exporters, and a few processing companies. Major exporters include Olam Nigeria Ltd., Laila Commodities, and Casa De Sesame, which are increasingly investing in processing capacity and direct sourcing to ensure quality and traceability. Cooperatives and farmer associations play a critical role in aggregating produce, although many still operate informally, limiting access to export contracts. The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and the Sesame Seed Growers Association of Nigeria (SESGAN) actively work to enhance quality certification and facilitate market linkages. However, local processing remains underdeveloped, with only **% of total production processed domestically as of 2023.

Outlook
Looking ahead to 2030, Nigeria’s sesame seeds production is expected to surpass ** thousand tonnes annually, supported by expanded cultivated areas and improved agricultural practices. Export revenues could reach US$ ** million, driven by increasing demand for natural oils and organic sesame products. Investments in mechanized harvesting, processing, and quality control infrastructure will be vital to reduce losses and meet international standards. Additionally, growing consumer awareness of health benefits linked to sesame oil and seeds will boost domestic demand, creating opportunities for value-added product development. The government’s renewed focus on agro-processing zones and export diversification programs is likely to enhance Nigeria’s global competitiveness in the sesame seeds sector over the next decade.

Scope of the Report:
• Historical Years: 2018-2023
• Base Year: 2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2030
• Units: Value (US$ Million) and Volume (Thousand Tonnes)
• Report Coverage: Production, Consumption, Export, and Import
• Segments Covered:
By Type (White, Black, and Brown)
By Grade (Edible Grade and Crushing Grade)
By End-use (Direct Consumption and Processing/Crushing)
By Product (Sesame Seed, Sesame Oil, and Sesame Meal)
By Sales (Domestic Consumption and Exports)
• Companies Profiled: The market players include, Olam Nigeria Limited, Enkay Indo Nigerian Industries Ltd., Wanfa Trading Nigeria Limited, and Others.

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