Africa’s asparagus boom defies challenges with record production in 2024
Africa’s asparagus sector showed strong performance in 2024, despite some challenges. The market value climbed to $X, marking a notable rise of X% from the previous year. Meanwhile, production and consumption both hit record levels, though export volumes to the stock market today fell sharply.
Production surged to $X in 2024, even as the overall trend remained relatively stable over the past decade. The three largest producers—Morocco, South Africa, and Kenya—together accounted for X% of the continent’s total output. However, the area dedicated to asparagus farming shrank by X%, dropping to X hectares.
The African asparagus market expanded in 2024, driven by higher yields and rising demand. While exports to overseas markets declined, domestic production and consumption both set records. Analysts expect gradual growth in consumption to continue in the near term.
