
Kenya - Pork (Meat Of Swine) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Kenya: Pork Market Overview 2021
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Pork Market Size in Kenya
The Kenyan pork market amounted to $X in 2019, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
Pork Production in Kenya
In value terms, pork production expanded markedly to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.
The average yield of pork in Kenya declined to X kg per head in 2019, falling by -X% compared with the previous year. Overall, the yield showed a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the yield increased by X% y-o-y. The pork yield peaked at X kg per head in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, the yield failed to regain the momentum.
In 2019, the number of animals slaughtered for pork production in Kenya amounted to X heads, with an increase of X% on the year before. In general, the number of producing animals posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when the number of producing animals increased by X% y-o-y. The number of animals slaughtered for pork production peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Pork Exports
Exports from Kenya
Pork exports from Kenya shrank markedly to X tonnes in 2019, falling by -X% on 2018 figures. Overall, exports saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, exports reached the peak of X tonnes. From 2015 to 2019, the growth exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, pork exports shrank notably to $X in 2019. In general, exports continue to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2019, the growth exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The United Arab Emirates (X tonnes) was the main destination for pork exports from Kenya, with a approx. X% share of total exports.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates stood at +X%.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for pork exports from Kenya.
From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates amounted to +X%.
Export Prices by Country
The average pork export price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, export price attained the peak level of $X per tonne. From 2012 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a lower figure.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.
From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -X% per year.
Pork Imports
Imports into Kenya
In 2019, overseas purchases of pork were finally on the rise to reach X tonnes after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tonnes in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, pork imports soared to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
Spain (X tonnes) and Germany (X tonnes) were the main suppliers of pork imports to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.
From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Germany (+X% per year).
In value terms, the largest pork suppliers to Kenya were Spain ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.
Germany (+X% per year) saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.
Import Prices by Country
The average pork import price stood at $X per tonne in 2019, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per tonne in 2013; afterwards, it flattened through to 2019.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per tonne), while the price for Germany amounted to $X per tonne.
From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain.
Source: IndexBox AI Platform
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
What are the largest markets for pork in the world?+
China (56M tonnes) remains the largest pork consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 46% of total volume. Moreover, pork consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S. (11M tonnes), fivefold. Germany (4.5M tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.7% share.
What are the largest producers of pork in the world?+
China (55M tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of pork production, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, pork production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the U.S. (12M tonnes), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany (5.4M tonnes), with a 4.4% share.
What are the leading suppliers of pork to Kenya?+
In value terms, Spain ($1.6M) and Germany ($994K) appeared to be the largest pork suppliers to Kenya, with a combined 92% share of total imports.
What are the leading importers of pork from Kenya?+
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($1.4M) remains the key foreign market for pork exports from Kenya.
What is the average export price for pork in Kenya?+
In 2019, the average pork export price amounted to $4,206 per tonne, growing by 6.3% against the previous year.
What is the average import price for pork in Kenya?+
The average pork import price stood at $3,222 per tonne in 2019, with an increase of 14% against the previous year.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pork market in Kenya. 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 2025.
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
The Largest Destinations for Exports
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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