South Africa - Frozen Whole Chickens - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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South Africa - Frozen Whole Chickens - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Frozen Whole Chicken Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Frozen Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2023
  2. Frozen Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
  3. Frozen Whole Chicken Imports in South Africa
  4. Frozen Whole Chicken Exports in South Africa

Frozen Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2023

In July 2023, the average frozen whole chicken import price amounted to $388 per ton, waning by -6.6% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in November 2022 an increase of 27% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $594 per ton in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to -2.7% per month.

Frozen Whole Chicken Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023

In July 2023, the average frozen whole chicken export price amounted to $1,125 per ton, increasing by 3.9% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in December 2022 when the average export price increased by 38% month-to-month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,710 per ton. From January 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($2,364 per ton), while the average price for exports to Swaziland ($747 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zimbabwe (+1.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Frozen Whole Chicken Imports in South Africa

In 2022, supplies from abroad of frozen whole chickens decreased by -2.1% to 197K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports recorded a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 6.8% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 228K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken imports reduced slightly to $130M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 24%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $130M, leveling off in the following year.

Import of Frozen Whole Chicken in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Brazil79.579.510712014.7%
Argentina6.17.05.58.310.8%
Others21.618.417.61.4-59.8%
Total1071051301306.7%

Top Suppliers of Frozen Whole Chicken to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Brazil (180.5K tons)
  2. Argentina (15.1K tons)

Frozen Whole Chicken Exports in South Africa

In 2022, approx. 16K tons of frozen whole chickens were exported from South Africa; which is down by -13% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +11.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +37.3% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 58% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 18K tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken exports skyrocketed to $24M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +16.4% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +76.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 50%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Export of Frozen Whole Chicken in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Mozambique6.74.34.111.118.3%
Namibia1.62.95.64.945.2%
Lesotho4.53.66.24.3-1.5%
Swaziland1.21.32.22.120.5%
Botswana0.30.51.30.838.7%
Democratic Republic of the Congo0.10.10.10.458.7%
Zambia0.20.60.40.20.0%
Others0.70.50.80.5-10.6%
Total15.413.820.724.216.3%

Top Export Markets for Frozen Whole Chicken from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Mozambique (4.7K tons)
  2. Namibia (4.3K tons)
  3. Lesotho (2.8K tons)
  4. Swaziland (2.1K tons)
  5. Botswana (0.8K tons)
  6. Democratic Republic of the Congo (0.3K tons)
  7. Zambia (0.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen 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 10122013 - Frozen 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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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