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Canada: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in Canada

In 2021, the Canadian fresh whole chicken market decreased by -1.1% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Fresh whole chicken consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell modestly in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Canada

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production fell modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 37%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from Canada

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens increased by 80% to X tons in 2021. Overall, total exports indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports decreased by -24.9% against 2018 indices. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Canada, with a 88% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Benin (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to +1.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Benin (+4.6% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+67.1% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Canada, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +1.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (+62.6% per year) and Benin (+26.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -10.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 29%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Benin ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Benin (+20.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2021, overseas purchases of fresh or chilled whole chickens decreased by -68.3% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 1,302%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports faced a significant decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 628%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main fresh whole chicken supplier to Canada, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to -14.4%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Canada.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled -22.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -7.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -9.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh whole chicken consumption was China, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, fresh whole chicken consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

China remains the largest fresh whole chicken producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, fresh whole chicken production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Canada.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled whole chickens from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Canada, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Hong Kong SAR, with a 3% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Canada?

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $3,293 per ton, declining by -10.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Canada?

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $513 per ton in 2021, waning by -7.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in Canada. 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:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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