MERCOSUR - Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Meat Market Size in MERCOSUR
The MERCOSUR meat market dropped to $X in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a mild downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the market value increased by X%. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Meat Production in MERCOSUR
In value terms, meat production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
The country with the largest volume of meat production was Brazil (X tons), comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, meat production in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Argentina (X tons), fourfold. Colombia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a X% share.
In Brazil, meat production expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Argentina (X% per year) and Colombia (X% per year).
The average meat yield stood at X kg per head in 2022, standing approx. at 2021. In general, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X kg per head in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.
In 2022, the number of animals slaughtered for meat production in MERCOSUR contracted modestly to X heads, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. Overall, the number of producing animals, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the number of producing animals increased by X% against the previous year. The level of producing animals peaked at X heads in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.
Meat Exports
Exports in MERCOSUR
For the seventh consecutive year, MERCOSUR recorded growth in shipments abroad of meat, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, meat exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
Exports by Country
Brazil was the key exporting country with an export of around X tons, which reached X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Argentina (X tons), Uruguay (X tons) and Paraguay (X tons), together constituting a X% share of total exports. Chile (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Exports from Brazil increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Argentina (X%), Paraguay (X%), Uruguay (X%) and Chile (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Argentina emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Argentina (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Chile and Uruguay saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the largest meat supplier in MERCOSUR, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Uruguay, with a X% share.
In Brazil, meat exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Argentina (X% per year) and Uruguay (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in MERCOSUR amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uruguay ($X per ton), while Chile ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Paraguay (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Meat Imports
Imports in MERCOSUR
Meat imports declined to X tons in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, meat imports contracted to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Chile (X tons) was the key importer of meat, generating X% of total imports. Colombia (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Uruguay (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Argentina (X tons). All these countries together took approx. X% share of total imports. The following importers - Venezuela (X tons) and Peru (X tons) - each reached a X% share of total imports.
Imports into Chile increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Colombia (X%), Uruguay (X%), Argentina (X%), Peru (X%) and Brazil (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Colombia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Venezuela (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Chile (X p.p.), Colombia (X p.p.) and Uruguay (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Brazil and Venezuela saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Chile ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported meat in MERCOSUR, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Colombia, with a X% share.
In Chile, meat imports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Colombia (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a pronounced decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while Colombia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uruguay (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the meat market in MERCOSUR. 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 1108 - Meat of asses
- FCL 947 - Buffalo meat
- FCL 1127 - Meat of camels
- FCL 867 - Meat of cattle
- FCL 870 - Meat of cattle, boneless
- FCL 1017 - Goat meat
- FCL 1097 - Horse meat
- FCL 1111 - Meat of mules
- FCL 1158 - Meat of other domestic camelids
- FCL 1151 - Meat of other domestic rodents
- FCL 1035 - Pig meat
- FCL 1141 - Rabbit meat
- FCL 977 - Meat of sheep
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Producing Animals, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2023
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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