Belgium - Pork (Meat of Swine) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Pork Market Size in Belgium
The Belgian pork market reached $X in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a mild descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Pork Production in Belgium
In value terms, pork production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Pork production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
The average yield of pork in Belgium amounted to X kg per head in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year's figure. In general, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. The pork yield peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
In 2022, number of animals slaughtered for pork production in Belgium fell slightly to X heads, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the number of producing animals saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the number of producing animals increased by X% against the previous year. The number of animals slaughtered for pork production peaked at X heads in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, producing animals stood at a somewhat lower figure.
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Pork Exports
Exports from Belgium
In 2022, shipments abroad of pork decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.
In value terms, pork exports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main destinations of pork exports from Belgium, together accounting for X% of total exports. Italy, the Czech Republic, the UK, Romania, France, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Slovakia (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Poland ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for pork exported from Belgium worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Italy, the Czech Republic, the UK, Romania, France, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main countries of destination, Slovakia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average pork export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a slight decline. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were the UK ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Czech Republic ($X per ton) and Poland ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Pork Imports
Imports into Belgium
In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in supplies from abroad of pork, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, total imports indicated slight growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.
In value terms, pork imports expanded sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of pork to Belgium, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, pork imports from the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by France (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and France (X% per year).
In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pork to Belgium, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and Spain (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average pork import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pork market in Belgium. 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 1035 - Pig meat
Country coverage:
- Belgium
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- 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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This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING 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
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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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