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India: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in India

The Indian fresh whole chicken market was estimated at $X in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a noticeable increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -1.4% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in India

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, posted a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 43%. Fresh whole chicken production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from India

In 2021, overseas shipments of fresh or chilled whole chickens decreased by -20.3% to X kg, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports fell rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a dramatic decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 61% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Bhutan (X kg) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from India, with a 74% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to Bhutan exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Vietnam (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bhutan stood at -25.7%.

In value terms, Bhutan ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from India, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Vietnam ($X), with a 6.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bhutan amounted to -29.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -12.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 49%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Bhutan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bhutan (-5.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into India

In 2021, the amount of fresh or chilled whole chickens imported into India skyrocketed to X kg, growing by 168% compared with the previous year. In general, imports posted a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 500%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 232%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of fresh whole chicken to India, accounting for a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Kenya (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil amounted to +8.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kenya (0.0% per year) and Morocco (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X), Morocco ($X) and Kenya ($X) were the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to India.

Among the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +3.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 15% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 15%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (-4.6%).

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

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

In value terms, the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to India were Brazil $473), Morocco $449) and Kenya $287).

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

In value terms, Bhutan remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from India, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Vietnam $131), with a 6.9% share of total exports.

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

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $2,269 per ton in 2021, falling by -12.3% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $2,879 per ton, with an increase of 15% against the previous year.

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

India

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in India
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
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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