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South Africa: Chicken Egg Market 2024

Chicken Egg Market Size in South Africa

The South African chicken egg market expanded slightly to $X in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Chicken Egg Production in South Africa

In value terms, chicken egg production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a mild descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Chicken Egg Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of chicken eggs were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chicken egg exports rose significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Mozambique (X tons), Swaziland (X tons) and Botswana (X tons) were the main destinations of chicken egg exports from South Africa, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mozambique (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for chicken egg exported from South Africa were Mozambique ($X), Swaziland ($X) and Botswana ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Mozambique, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average chicken egg export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, chicken egg export price increased by X% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Namibia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Angola (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chicken Egg Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of chicken eggs, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chicken egg imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2021, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Swaziland (X tons) was the main supplier of chicken egg to South Africa, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Swaziland stood at X%.

In value terms, Swaziland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chicken eggs to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Swaziland totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average chicken egg import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Zambia amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chicken eggs in the world?

China remains the largest chicken egg consuming country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, chicken egg consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States, with a 7.6% share.

What are the largest producers of chicken eggs in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chicken egg production, comprising approx. 34% of total volume. Moreover, chicken egg production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chicken eggs to South Africa?

In value terms, Swaziland constituted the largest supplier of chicken eggs to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of chicken eggs from South Africa?

In value terms, Mozambique, Swaziland and Botswana were the largest markets for chicken egg exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined 94% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chicken eggs in South Africa?

The average chicken egg export price stood at $3,808 per ton in 2022, growing by 9.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chicken eggs in South Africa?

The average chicken egg import price stood at $4,625 per ton in 2022, growing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chicken egg market in South Africa. 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:

FCL 1062 - Hen eggs

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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