India: Overview of the Market for Horse, Mule And Donkey Meat 2021

Market Size for Horse, Mule And Donkey Meat in India

In 2019, the Indian market for horse, mule and donkey meat increased by X% to $X, rising for the sixth year in a row after four years of decline. In general, consumption showed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Horse, mule and donkey meat consumption peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Production of Horse, Mule And Donkey Meat in India

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat production rose markedly to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, the total production indicated a perceptible expansion from 2007 to 2019: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2019 figures, production increased by +X% against 2013 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2009 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2010 to 2019, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of horse, mule and donkey meat in India amounted to X kg per head in 2019, almost unchanged from 2018 figures. Over the period under review, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

The number of animals slaughtered for horse, mule and donkey meat production in India stood at X head in 2019, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the number of producing animals recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports of Horse, Mule And Donkey Meat

Exports from India

In 2019, shipments abroad of horse, mule and donkey meat decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the sixth year in a row after four years of growth. Overall, exports showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at X tonnes in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat exports declined rapidly to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, exports attained the peak of $X. From 2011 to 2019, the growth exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Angola (X tonnes) was the main destination for horse, mule and donkey meat exports from India, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Angola totaled -X%.

In value terms, Angola ($X) also remains the key foreign market for horse, mule and donkey meat exports from India.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Angola stood at -X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat stood at $X per tonne in 2019, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per tonne in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Angola.

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Angola amounted to +X% per year.

Imports of Horse, Mule And Donkey Meat

Imports into India

In 2019, approx. X kg of horse, mule and donkey meat were imported into India; which is down by -X% on 2018 figures. Overall, imports faced a abrupt curtailment. Imports peaked at X kg in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat imports contracted to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports recorded a deep reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Brazil (X kg) was the main horse, mule and donkey meat supplier to India, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil totaled -X%.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil stood at -X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $X per tonne, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price posted tangible growth. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +X% per year.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

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China (346K tonnes) remains the largest horse, mule and donkey meat consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, horse, mule and donkey meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Kazakhstan (135K tonnes), threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mongolia (63K tonnes), with a 6.5% share.

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

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China (344K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of horse, mule and donkey meat production, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, horse, mule and donkey meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan (132K tonnes), threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico (73K tonnes), with a 7.4% share.

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

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In value terms, Brazil ($421) constituted the largest supplier of horse, mule and donkey meat to India.

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

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In value terms, Angola ($10K) remains the key foreign market for horse, mule and donkey meat exports from India.

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

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In 2019, the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $1,721 per tonne, growing by 12% against the previous year.

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

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In 2019, the average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $4,360 per tonne, picking up by 2.6% against the previous year.