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United Kingdom: Rabbit Meat Market 2024

Rabbit Meat Market Size in the UK

In 2022, the UK rabbit meat market increased by X% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after four years of decline. In general, consumption showed a buoyant expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Rabbit Meat Production in the UK

In value terms, rabbit meat production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a abrupt downturn. Rabbit meat production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Rabbit Meat Exports

Exports from the UK

For the third year in a row, the UK recorded decline in shipments abroad of rabbit or hare meat, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rabbit meat exports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of rabbit meat exports from the UK, with a combined X% share of total exports. China and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for rabbit meat exported from the UK were France ($X), China ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports. Belgium and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

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

Export Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 China (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Rabbit Meat Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, overseas purchases of rabbit or hare meat increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, imports recorded a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rabbit meat imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, France (X tons) constituted the largest rabbit meat supplier to the UK, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, rabbit meat imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Ireland (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (X% per year) and Ireland (X% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rabbit or hare meat to the UK, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Ireland, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (X% per year) and Ireland (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average rabbit meat import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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. Egypt ranked third in terms of total consumption 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 held by Egypt, with a 7.6% share.

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

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of rabbit or hare meat to the UK, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Ireland, with a 9.1% share.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for rabbit meat exported from the UK were France, China and the Netherlands, together comprising 86% of total exports. Belgium and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 11%.

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

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $5,606 per ton in 2022, rising by 17% against the previous year.

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

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $5,059 per ton in 2022, which is down by -17.8% against the previous year.

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

FCL 1141 - Rabbit meat

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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
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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
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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