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Australia - Meat And Poultry - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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May 3, 2024

Australia's Meat and Poultry Exports Reach $11B Peak in 2023

Australia Meat And Poultry Exports

In 2023, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of meat and poultry, when their volume increased by 25% to 1.9M tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2013 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at 1.9M tons in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2023.

In value terms, meat and poultry exports rose to $11B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% from 2013 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.Australia Meat And Poultry Exports By Country (Billion USD)

COUNTRYExport Value of Meat And Poultry in Australia (billion USD)
20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
United States1.42.83.01.92.02.02.32.12.22.32.5
China1.11.00.90.71.01.52.72.02.12.12.4
South Korea0.80.91.01.10.91.21.11.11.41.51.5
Japan1.51.61.51.41.61.81.71.61.61.51.3
Indonesia0.20.30.20.30.20.20.30.20.30.30.4
Taiwan (Chinese)0.20.30.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.30.3
United Arab Emirates0.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.30.3
Others2.32.62.21.82.12.22.11.92.12.42.4
Total7.79.79.27.68.49.410.79.410.310.711.0

Exports by Country

China (445K tons), the United States (343K tons) and South Korea (228K tons) were the main destinations of meat and poultry exports from Australia, together accounting for 54% of total exports. Japan, Indonesia, Taiwan (Chinese) and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Indonesia (with a CAGR of +9.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($2.5B), China ($2.4B) and South Korea ($1.5B) constituted the largest markets for meat and poultry exported from Australia worldwide, together comprising 58% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, China, with a CAGR of +8.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Beef (cattle meat) (1.2M tons) was the largest type of meat and poultry exported from Australia, accounting for a 63% share of total exports. Moreover, beef (cattle meat) exceeded the volume of the second product type, lamb and sheep meat (575K tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by chicken meat (47K tons), with a 2.5% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of the volume of beef (cattle meat) exports was relatively modest. With regard to the other exported products, the following average annual rates of growth were recorded: lamb and sheep meat (+3.4% per year) and chicken meat (+3.5% per year).

In value terms, beef (cattle meat) ($7.7B) remains the largest type of meat and poultry exported from Australia, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by lamb and sheep meat ($3B), with a 27% share of total exports. It was followed by goat meat, with a 1.4% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of the value of beef (cattle meat) exports totaled +3.4%. With regard to the other exported products, the following average annual rates of growth were recorded: lamb and sheep meat (+4.7% per year) and goat meat (+0.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the meat and poultry price amounted to $5,861 per ton (FOB, Australia), waning by -18% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 17% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $7,147 per ton in 2022, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($7,360 per ton), while the average price for exports to Papua New Guinea ($2,604 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the meat and poultry market in Australia. 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 1089 - Meat of pigeons and other birds nes
  • FCL 947 - Buffalo meat
  • FCL 1127 - Meat of camels
  • FCL 867 - Meat of cattle
  • FCL 870 - Meat of cattle, boneless
  • FCL 1058 - Chicken meat
  • FCL 1069 - Duck meat
  • FCL 1017 - Goat meat
  • FCL 1073 - Goose 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
  • FCL 1080 - Turkey meat

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  • Australia

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Producing Animals: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024

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