South Africa - Whole Fresh Milk - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Whole Fresh Milk Price in South Africa - 2023

Contents:

  1. Whole Fresh Milk Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023
  2. Whole Fresh Milk Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  3. Whole Fresh Milk Exports in South Africa
  4. Whole Fresh Milk Imports in South Africa

Whole Fresh Milk Price in South Africa (FOB) - 2023

In July 2023, the average whole fresh milk export price amounted to $727 per ton, shrinking by -4.2% against the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 an increase of 15% against the previous month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $803 per ton. From April 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Lesotho ($1,265 per ton), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($577 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 Lesotho (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Whole Fresh Milk Price in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average whole fresh milk import price amounted to $1,386 per ton, jumping by 137% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed prominent growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($4,051 per ton), while the price for Poland ($532 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zimbabwe (+19.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Whole Fresh Milk Exports in South Africa

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of whole fresh milk, when their volume decreased by -12.6% to 40K tons. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 13%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 45K tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, whole fresh milk exports declined to $28M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 34%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $32M, and then fell in the following year.

Export of Whole Fresh Milk in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Mozambique5.97.29.38.613.4%
Swaziland6.56.16.36.50.0%
Namibia4.45.17.96.212.1%
Lesotho1.30.80.81.0-8.4%
Botswana4.32.13.50.9-40.6%
Mauritius1.10.50.70.9-6.5%
AngolaN/A0.40.60.841.4%
Tanzania1.00.60.50.8-7.2%
Democratic Republic of the Congo0.10.10.60.681.7%
Zambia0.70.61.10.6-5.0%
Others0.80.70.90.80.0%
Total25.824.032.127.62.3%

Top Export Markets for Whole Fresh Milk from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Swaziland (11.2K tons)
  2. Mozambique (11.2K tons)
  3. Namibia (8.9K tons)
  4. Angola (1.2K tons)
  5. Lesotho (1.2K tons)
  6. Botswana (1.2K tons)
  7. Mauritius (1.2K tons)
  8. Tanzania (1.1K tons)
  9. Zambia (0.9K tons)
  10. Democratic Republic of the Congo (0.8K tons)

Whole Fresh Milk Imports in South Africa

In 2022, imports of whole fresh milk into South Africa contracted rapidly to 2.1K tons, reducing by -85.1% compared with the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 155%.

In value terms, whole fresh milk imports contracted rapidly to $2.9M in 2022. In general, imports showed a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 146% against the previous year.

Import of Whole Fresh Milk in South Africa (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France0.30.20.11.881.7%
Poland9.63.07.90.7-58.2%
Germany0.10.10.10.226.0%
ZimbabweN/AN/AN/AN/A0%
United Kingdom1.0N/AN/AN/A0%
Others0.2N/AN/AN/A0%
Total11.23.38.22.9-36.3%

Top Suppliers of Whole Fresh Milk to South Africa in 2022:

  1. Poland (1385.9 tons)
  2. France (454.0 tons)
  3. Germany (135.5 tons)
  4. Zimbabwe (67.3 tons)
  5. United Kingdom (18.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the whole fresh milk 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:

  • FCL 1130 - Camel milk
  • FCL 882 - Cow milk, whole (fresh)
  • FCL 1020 - Goat milk
  • FCL 982 - Sheep milk
  • FCL 951 - Buffalo milk

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
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    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
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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
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    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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