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United Kingdom: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in the UK

In 2021, the UK fresh whole chicken market increased by 3.9% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in the UK

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2021, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens increased by 123% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 299%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 66% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from the UK, accounting for a 51% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Ireland (X tons), twofold. Poland (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands totaled +3.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Ireland (-16.5% per year) and Poland (-11.3% per year).

In value terms, Ireland ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for fresh whole chicken exported from the UK worldwide, together comprising 87% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of +71.2%, saw 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

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -41% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 155%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 Hong Kong SAR (+13.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2021, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled whole chickens were imported into the UK; growing by 57% compared with 2020. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the main suppliers of fresh whole chicken imports to the UK, together accounting for 64% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +37.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), Spain ($X) and Poland ($X) were the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to the UK, together comprising 61% of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +36.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 14% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable downturn. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the countries with the highest prices were France ($X per ton) and Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) and Ireland ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (-0.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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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?

The country with the largest volume of fresh whole chicken production was China, comprising approx. 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 the UK?

In value terms, the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to the UK were Belgium, Spain and Poland, together comprising 61% of total imports.

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

In value terms, Ireland, Hong Kong SAR and the Netherlands appeared to be the largest markets for fresh whole chicken exported from the UK worldwide, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $1,596 per ton, reducing by -41% against the previous year.

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

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $2,194 per ton in 2021, rising by 14% against the previous year.

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

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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