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Ireland: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in Ireland

In 2021, the Irish fresh whole chicken market increased by 7% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Ireland

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production contracted slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 1.8%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, the amount of fresh or chilled whole chickens exported from Ireland shrank notably to X tons, with a decrease of -43% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 55% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Ireland, with a 78% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands totaled +1,032.6%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Ireland, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to +1,002.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 60% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-2.6%).

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled whole chickens were imported into Ireland; with a decrease of -41% compared with the year before. In general, imports showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 64%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports contracted markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 108% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Poland (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of fresh whole chicken imports to Ireland, together accounting for 87% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +35.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Ireland, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland, with an 18% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK amounted to -12.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+33.7% per year) and Poland (+25.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 2.2% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 32%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of fresh whole chicken production, 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. 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 Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Ireland, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland, with an 18% share.

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

In value terms, the Netherlands emerged as the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Ireland, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK, with a 13% share of total exports.

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

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $1,314 per ton in 2021, increasing by 60% against the previous year.

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

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $3,447 per ton in 2021, picking up by 2.2% against the previous year.

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

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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