South Africa - Fresh Or Chilled Whole Chickens - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Fresh Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
- Fresh Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
- Fresh Whole Chicken Exports in South Africa
- Fresh Whole Chicken Imports in South Africa
Fresh Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
In July 2023, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $1,255 per ton, with an increase of 12% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in January 2023 an increase of 117% m-o-m. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $2,475 per ton. From February 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($1,657 per ton), while the average price for exports to Lesotho stood at $1,077 per ton.
From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Lesotho (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Fresh Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $766 per ton, falling by -28.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 163%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $2,257 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($3,250 per ton), while the price for Thailand amounted to $600 per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+17.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fresh Whole Chicken Exports in South Africa
In 2022, overseas shipments of fresh or chilled whole chickens were finally on the rise to reach 1K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, showed a precipitous setback.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports skyrocketed to $1.4M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a sharp decline.
| Export of Fresh Whole Chicken in South Africa (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Lesotho | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 1.1 | -15.1% |
| Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 | 0% |
| Mozambique | 9.4 | 4.4 | 0.7 | 0.1 | -78.0% |
| Others | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 | N/A | -59.2% |
| Total | 11.8 | 5.3 | 0.9 | 1.4 | -50.9% |
Top Export Markets for Fresh Whole Chicken from South Africa in 2022:
- Lesotho (937.0 tons)
- Mozambique (63.5 tons)
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha (39.1 tons)
Fresh Whole Chicken Imports in South Africa
In 2022, purchases abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens decreased by -99.9% to 64 kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports saw a dramatic slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 167%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 100 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports fell rapidly to $49 in 2022. In general, imports faced a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 82%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $110K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
| Import of Fresh Whole Chicken in South Africa (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Spain | 23.7 | 52.3 | 48.4 | N/A | 42.9% |
| Thailand | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| Mozambique | 2.1 | 1.0 | 0.8 | N/A | -38.3% |
| United States | 10.9 | 4.8 | 3.9 | N/A | -40.2% |
| Poland | N/A | N/A | 47.3 | N/A | 0% |
| Others | 23.9 | 52.3 | 3.1 | N/A | -64.0% |
| Total | 60.6 | 110 | 104 | N/A | 31.0% |
Top Suppliers of Fresh Whole Chicken to South Africa in 2022:
- Thailand (60.0 kg)
- United States (4.0 kg)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in South Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 10121010 - Fresh or chilled whole chickens
Country coverage:
- South Africa
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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