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South Africa: Rabbit Meat Market 2024

Rabbit Meat Market Size in South Africa

The South African rabbit meat market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a drastic downturn. Rabbit meat consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Rabbit Meat Production in South Africa

In value terms, rabbit meat production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Rabbit Meat Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of rabbit or hare meat, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, rabbit meat exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Seychelles (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main destinations of rabbit meat exports from South Africa, together comprising X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Seychelles ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for rabbit or hare meat exports from South Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Russia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Seychelles was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Russia (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Seychelles ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 Qatar (X%).

Rabbit Meat Imports

Imports into South Africa

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of rabbit or hare meat decreased by X% to X kg in 2022. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rabbit meat imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports faced a sharp contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X kg) was the main rabbit meat supplier to South Africa, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rabbit or hare meat to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average rabbit meat import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

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

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for rabbit or hare meat in the world?

China remains the largest rabbit meat consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 51% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Egypt, with a 7.8% share.

What are the largest producers of rabbit or hare meat in the world?

China remains the largest rabbit meat producing country worldwide, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Egypt, with a 7.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of rabbit or hare meat to South Africa?

In value terms, the United States $11) constituted the largest supplier of rabbit or hare meat to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of rabbit or hare meat from South Africa?

In value terms, Seychelles emerged as the key foreign market for rabbit or hare meat exports from South Africa, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Russia, with a 13% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for rabbit or hare meat in South Africa?

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $1,145 per ton in 2022, which is down by -52.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for rabbit or hare meat in South Africa?

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $11,000 per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rabbit meat 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 1141 - Rabbit meat

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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