Benelux: Fresh Chicken Cut Market 2024

Fresh Chicken Cut Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux fresh chicken cut market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Fresh Chicken Cut Production in Benelux

In value terms, fresh chicken cut production rose rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 14%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

The country with the largest volume of fresh chicken cut production was the Netherlands (X tons), accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, fresh chicken cut production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume in the Netherlands totaled +2.2%.

Fresh Chicken Cut Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, fresh chicken cut exports in Benelux totaled X tons, stabilizing at 2020 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 11% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut exports surged to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) represented the largest exporter of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken, creating 67% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), achieving a 33% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +1.8%).

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest fresh chicken cut supplier in Benelux, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 31% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, fresh chicken cut exports increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+1.0%).

Fresh Chicken Cut Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken were imported in Benelux; rising by 26% against 2020. Total imports indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +98.6% against 2012 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands was the largest importing country with an import of about X tons, which reached 71% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), generating a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to fresh chicken cut imports into the Netherlands stood at +6.8%. At the same time, Belgium (+11.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +11.3% from 2012-2021. Belgium (+6.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the Netherlands saw its share reduced by -6.8% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in Benelux, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 27% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, fresh chicken cut imports increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 4.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (-0.3%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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