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Thailand: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in Thailand

The Thai fresh whole chicken market stood at $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Thailand

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 53% against the previous year. Fresh whole chicken production peaked at $X in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

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Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2021, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens increased by 39% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 15,746%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 23,862%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Lao People's Democratic Republic (X tons), Ireland (X tons) and Myanmar (X tons) were the main destinations of fresh whole chicken exports from Thailand, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Ireland (with a CAGR of +38.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ireland ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Thailand, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Lao People's Democratic Republic ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ireland totaled +32.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Lao People's Democratic Republic (+27.4% per year) and Myanmar (+21.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 111% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Ireland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Myanmar ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Myanmar (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Thailand

For the fourth consecutive year, Thailand recorded decline in overseas purchases of fresh or chilled whole chickens, which decreased by -64.9% to X kg in 2019. In general, imports saw a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 924% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2019, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports fell significantly to $X in 2019. Overall, imports recorded a sharp downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 823%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2019, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

France (X kg) and Brazil (X kg) were the main suppliers of fresh whole chicken imports to Thailand.

From 2012 to 2019, the biggest increases were recorded for Brazil (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to Thailand were France ($X) and Brazil ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 82% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2019, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for France stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+4.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

China remains the largest fresh whole chicken consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 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 remains the largest fresh whole chicken producing country worldwide, 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. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Thailand?

In value terms, France $120) and Brazil $66) constituted the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to Thailand.

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

In value terms, Ireland remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Thailand, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Lao People's Democratic Republic, with a 29% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $1,237 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

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

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $1,855 per ton in 2019, dropping by -4.9% against the previous year.

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

Thailand

Data coverage:

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