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Asia: Market for Sheep And Goat Meat 2025

Market Size for Sheep And Goat Meat in Asia

In 2022, the Asian sheep and goat meat market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a five-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Production of Sheep And Goat Meat in Asia

In value terms, sheep and goat meat production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

China (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of sheep and goat meat production, comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, sheep and goat meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Pakistan (X tons), with a X% share.

In China, sheep and goat meat production increased 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: India (X% per year) and Pakistan (X% per year).

The average sheep and goat meat yield reduced slightly to X kg per head in 2022, flattening at the previous year's figure. In general, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of yield peaked at X kg per head in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure.

The global number of animals slaughtered for sheep and goat meat production contracted modestly to X heads in 2022, shrinking by X% compared with 2021. This number increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the number of producing animals increased by X%. The level of producing animals peaked at X heads in 2021, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

Exports of Sheep And Goat Meat

Exports in Asia

In 2022, shipments abroad of sheep and goat meat was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, showed a slight slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sheep and goat meat exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Kazakhstan (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main exporters of sheep and goat meat in Asia, together accounting for approx. X% of total exports. Turkey (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Mongolia (X%) and Pakistan (X%). The following exporters - the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and China (X tons) - each recorded an X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Kazakhstan ($X) and Turkey ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total exports.

Among the main exporting countries, Turkey, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Asia amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Mongolia ($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 United Arab Emirates (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Sheep And Goat Meat

Imports in Asia

In 2022, the amount of sheep and goat meat imported in Asia contracted modestly to X tons, waning by X% compared with 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sheep and goat meat imports totaled $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a buoyant expansion 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 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

China dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Malaysia (X%). The following importers - South Korea (X tons), Qatar (X tons), Japan (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Singapore (X tons), Oman (X tons), Jordan (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to sheep and goat meat imports into China stood at X%. At the same time, South Korea (X%), Malaysia (X%), Singapore (X%), the United Arab Emirates (X%), Japan (X%) and Oman (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, South Korea emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Asia, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Qatar experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Kuwait (X%), Jordan (X%) and Saudi Arabia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of China, South Korea and Malaysia increased by X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported sheep and goat meat in Asia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Malaysia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest sheep and goat meat consuming country in Asia, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, sheep and goat meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 7.2% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of sheep and goat meat production, comprising approx. 52% of total volume. Moreover, sheep and goat meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 7.8% share.
In value terms, the largest sheep and goat meat supplying countries in Asia were India, China and Pakistan, with a combined 71% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Hong Kong SAR, Turkey, Jordan, Georgia, Saudi Arabia, Mongolia and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 24%.
In value terms, China constitutes the largest market for imported sheep and goat meat in Asia, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 7.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 5% share.
The export price in Asia stood at $6,633 per ton in 2021, picking up by 10% against the previous year.
The import price in Asia stood at $5,555 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for sheep and goat meat in Asia. 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
  • FCL 977 - Meat of sheep

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 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
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Afghanistan
    • Armenia
    • Azerbaijan
    • Bahrain
    • Bangladesh
    • Bhutan
    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Cambodia
    • China
    • Hong Kong SAR
    • Macao SAR
    • Cyprus
    • Georgia
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Iran
    • Iraq
    • Israel
    • Japan
    • Jordan
    • Kazakhstan
    • Kuwait
    • Kyrgyzstan
    • Lebanon
    • Malaysia
    • Maldives
    • Mongolia
    • Myanmar
    • Nepal
    • Oman
    • Pakistan
    • Palestine
    • Philippines
    • Qatar
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Singapore
    • South Korea
    • Sri Lanka
    • Syrian Arab Republic
    • Taiwan (Chinese)
    • Tajikistan
    • Thailand
    • Timor-Leste
    • Turkey
    • Turkmenistan
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Uzbekistan
    • Vietnam
    • Yemen
    • Lao People's Democratic Republic
    • Democratic People's Republic of Korea
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
    25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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