Nicaragua
U.S. Trade with Nicaragua in 2023
Export Market Rank
#38 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$471.33 Million
3-Year Average
$482.48 Million
Compound Average Growth
8.3% (2014-2023)
Total Export Value 2014 - 2023
Export Value by Commodity 2023
Top 10 Exports to Nicaragua in 2023
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | $95.04 Million | 316,190 | $70.19 Million | 229% |
| Soybean Meal | $94.9 Million | 179,575 | $56.86 Million | 139% |
| Rice | $50.6 Million | 115,678 | $23.15 Million | 3823% |
| Pork & Pork Products | $40.84 Million | 12,859 | $19.62 Million | 833% |
| Cotton | $26.46 Million | 11,428 | $14.01 Million | 3334% |
| Dairy Products | $23.84 Million | 7,173 | $13.72 Million | 105% |
| Wheat | $21.19 Million | 62,606 | $13.85 Million | 139% |
| Poultry Meat & Prods. (excl. eggs) | $21.08 Million | 14,612 | $9.49 Million | 235% |
| Food Preparations | $19.89 Million | 5,129 | $12.48 Million | 50% |
| Tobacco | $14.81 Million | 586 | $5.58 Million | 186% |
Data and Analysis
In June 2024, the Nicaraguan Institute of Agricultural Protection and Health (IPSA) issued an executive resolution to strengthen the risk mitigation measures for the monitoring and testing of GE grains.
Consumer trends in Nicaragua are shifting towards modern retail channels as remittance flows increase. Supermarkets are expanding rapidly, with one grocery store chain opening eight new locations in 2024.
This report provides information on export certification requirements for U.S. food and agricultural exports to Nicaragua. There were no significant changes to required export certificates since the 2023 report.
News and Features
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack today announced the United States is investing $455 million to strengthen global food security and international capacity-building efforts.