Production of Pigeon Peas in Malawi
Pigeon Peas is categorized under FAO code 0197 - Pigeon peas, dry, and the data is presented accordingly.
Production overview
In 2023, Malawi ranked #2 globally for Pigeon Peas production, contributing 9.61% to global output. Malawi's total production for Pigeon Peas was 440,857.48 metric tons in 2023.
Production trend chart of Malawi Pigeon Peas
Malawi's production of Pigeon Peas has remained stable over the past 5 years, with minor fluctuations between 2019 and 2023. The production was 403,519 metric tons in 2019 and 440,857.48 metric tons in 2023.
The production data for Malawi Pigeon Peas is collected from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The data is classified under the FAO code 0197 - Pigeon peas, dry, which represents a specific category within FAO's agricultural production database.
Please note that the FAO code grouping may not exactly align with Pigeon Peas as defined in some markets, as the FAO may group products based on broader categories that include similar products.
Export of Pigeon Peas from Malawi
Pigeon Peas is categorized under HS code 071360 - Vegetables, leguminous; pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, and the data is presented accordingly.
Export overview
As of 2023, Malawi ranked #4 in global exports of Pigeon Peas. Malawi accounts for approximately 6.96% of the total global export value of Pigeon Peas, with an export value of 31,609,356 USD.
The top countries importing Pigeon Peas from Malawi include World, India, Mozambique, United Arab Emirates, China.
Export trend
Malawi's export value of Pigeon Peas has increased by 319.77% over the past 5 years, rising from 7,530,243 USD in 2019 to 31,609,356 USD in 2023.
The export data for Malawi Pigeon Peas is sourced from UN Comtrade and official Customs databases of various countries. The data is categorized under the Harmonized System (HS) code 071360 - Vegetables, leguminous; pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, which covers a specific classification for Pigeon Peas and related products in international trade.
It's important to note that the HS code classification may not always perfectly match the definition of Pigeon Peas in certain markets, as HS codes often encompass a broader range of similar products.
Export transactions from 2025
Transactions in this market
68
Exporters
12
Importers
13
Major exporters of Malawi Pigeon Peas in 2025
AVC INDUSTRIES
Malawi
THE AGRO INDUSTRIES
Malawi
AFRI VENTURES BLANTYRE LIMMTED AFRI VENTURES BLANTYRE
Malawi
KU DISTRIBUTORS
Malawi
KANYIMBIRI GROWERS&EXPORTERS ASSOCIATION
Malawi
Major importers of Malawi Pigeon Peas in 2025
PRARAMB AGRI TRADING DMCC
United Arab Emirates
PNS INTERNATIONALGENERAL TRADING
India
AFRIVENTURES FZE
India
CHANIA FALLS EMPORIUM
Kenya
HARVESTCAPE AGRO
India
Historical export price trends
The export price of Pigeon Peas from Malawi has fluctuated over the past 2 years. In 2024, the price varied between 0.12 USD per kg and 1.06 USD per kg. In 2025, the prices continued to fluctuate, ranging from 0.50 USD per kg to 0.91 USD per kg.
The export transaction data for Malawi Pigeon Peas is sourced from Bill of Lading (B/L) documents and customs reports. Tridge ensures data accuracy through human oversight and AI, handling missing values, outliers, and standardizing currencies and units. Note that price trends may vary based on country, product variety, or timeframe.
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