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BAKU, January 17, 2026 – AzerbaijanS appetite for peat is growing. Imports of the material-used in everything from agriculture to industry-jumped 11 percent between January and October 2025, hitting 13,457 tons and a value of $2.26 million,according to data from the State Statistics Committee.
Georgia Remains Key Supplier as Belarus Steps Up
Azerbaijan increased its peat imports by double digits in the first ten months of 2025, diversifying its sources while maintaining a strong reliance on Georgia.
- Azerbaijan imported 13,457 tons of peat (including chips) from January-October 2025, up 11 percent year-over-year.
- Georgia continues to be the dominant supplier, providing 9,490 tons worth $948,000 during the period.
- Imports from Belarus tripled, signaling a meaningful shift in sourcing.
- Russia and Estonia saw declines in peat exports to Azerbaijan.
- Overall growth reflects steady demand in Azerbaijan’s agricultural and industrial sectors.
What’s driving Azerbaijan’s increasing peat demand? The country’s agricultural, horticultural, and industrial sectors are all contributing to stable demand for peat products, necessitating increased imports to meet those needs.
A Closer Look at the Numbers
Georgia led the way, supplying 9,490 tons of peat valued at $948,000-a considerable portion of the total imports. Belarus emerged as a significant player, tripling its exports to Azerbaijan to 3,100 tons, worth $310,000. This represents a considerable increase from the approximately 1,000 tons imported in the same period of 2024. Imports from Russia decreased to 600 tons ($60,000) and Estonia to 267 tons ($27,000). Even further back, in 2022, the country imported approximately 13,000 tons valued at around $1.82 million, indicating a relatively consistent level of demand over the past few years.
The 2025 data points to continued growth and diversification in Azerbaijan’s peat import strategy. While Georgia remains the primary source, the significant increase in supplies from Belarus signals a shift in the market. The declines from Russia and Estonia suggest changing trade dynamics or potentially a search for choice suppliers.
These ongoing trade relationships with neighboring and regional partners underscore Azerbaijan’s commitment to securing the resources needed for its key economic sectors.
What do you think? Will Belarus continue to gain market share in Azerbaijan’s peat imports?