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Argentina: Goat Meat Market 2025

Goat Meat Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian goat meat market fell to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -3.6% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Goat Meat Production in Argentina

In value terms, goat meat production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 38% against the previous year. Goat meat production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average goat meat yield in Argentina totaled X kg per head, almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average goat meat yield hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

The number of animals slaughtered for goat meat production in Argentina stood at X heads in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the number of producing animals, however, recorded a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 4.3%. The number of animals slaughtered for goat meat production peaked at X heads in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, producing animals failed to regain momentum.

Goat Meat Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of goat meat, when their volume decreased by -59.3% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 716% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, goat meat exports contracted notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 975%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of goat meat exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Kuwait (with a CAGR of +50.7%).

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) and Vietnam ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for goat meat exported from Argentina worldwide.

Kuwait, with a CAGR of +38.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average goat meat export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -28.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 34%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+15.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Goat Meat Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2020, overseas purchases of goat meat decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 222% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, goat meat imports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, imports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 355%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main goat meat supplier to Argentina, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Argentina.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average goat meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 156%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2020, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2015 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to +56.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for goat meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of goat meat consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.2% share.

What are the largest producers of goat meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of goat meat production, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of goat meat to Argentina?

In value terms, Tanzania constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Argentina.

What is the average export price for goat meat in Argentina?

In 2021, the average goat meat export price amounted to $3,058 per ton, waning by -27.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for goat meat in Argentina?

The average goat meat import price stood at $1,340 per ton in 2015, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the goat meat market in Argentina. 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 1017 - Goat meat

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024