Argentina: Overview of the Market for Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat 2021

Market Size for Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat in Argentina

After four years of growth, the Argentinian market for horse, mule and donkey meat decreased by -X% to $X in 2020. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019, and then contracted in the following year.

Production of Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat in Argentina

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat production contracted sharply to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Overall, production recorded a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Horse, mule and donkey meat production peaked at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2020, production failed to regain the momentum.

In 2020, the average horse, mule and donkey meat yield in Argentina totaled X kg per head, almost unchanged from 2019. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average horse, mule and donkey meat yield attained the maximum level in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In 2020, approx. X heads of animals slaughtered for horse, mule and donkey meat production in Argentina; reducing by -X% on 2019 figures. Overall, the number of producing animals saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the number of producing animals increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, this number hit record highs at X heads in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, producing animals remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat

Exports from Argentina

In 2020, shipments abroad of horse, mule and donkey meat decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure at X tonnes in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat exports reduced dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Exports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tonnes), Russia (X tonnes) and Kazakhstan (X tonnes) were the main destinations of horse, mule and donkey meat exports from Argentina, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Belgium, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for horse, mule and donkey meat exported from Argentina were Belgium ($X), Russia ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising X% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Belgium recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $X per tonne, which is down by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the maximum at $X per tonne in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per tonne), while the average price for exports to Kazakhstan ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat

Imports into Argentina

In 2020, approx. X kg of horse, mule and donkey meat were imported into Argentina; remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X kg in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat imports totaled $X in 2020. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2016, Italy (X kg) was the main supplier of horse, mule and donkey meat to Argentina, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy was relatively modest.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of horse, mule and donkey meat to Argentina.

From 2007 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2016, the average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $X per tonne, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked in 2016 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for horse, mule and donkey meat in the world?

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China (359K tonnes) remains the largest horse, mule and donkey meat consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, horse, mule and donkey meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Kazakhstan (141K tonnes), threefold. Mongolia (58K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of horse, mule and donkey meat in the world?

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China (340K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of horse, mule and donkey meat production, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, horse, mule and donkey meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan (140K tonnes), twofold. Mongolia (76K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of horse, mule and donkey meat to Argentina?

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In value terms, Italy ($2.7K) constituted the largest supplier of horse, mule and donkey meat to Argentina.

What are the leading importers of horse, mule and donkey meat from Argentina?

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In value terms, the largest markets for horse, mule and donkey meat exported from Argentina were Belgium ($16M), Russia ($9M) and Japan ($3.3M), with a combined 86% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat in Argentina?

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In 2020, the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $3,118 per tonne, waning by -12.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat in Argentina?

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The average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat stood at $4,472 per tonne in 2016, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.