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Australia: Fresh Pork Cut Market 2025

Fresh Pork Cut Market Size in Australia

In 2022, the Australian fresh pork cut market increased by 4.2% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a resilient increase. Fresh pork cut consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Fresh Pork Cut Production in Australia

In value terms, fresh pork cut production expanded rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% 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 2020 when the production volume increased by 32%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Pork Cut Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2022, overseas shipments of fresh or chilled hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh pork cut exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 35%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X tons) was the main destination for fresh pork cut exports from Australia, accounting for a 89% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh pork cut exports to Singapore exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Hong Kong SAR (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Nauru (X tons), with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Singapore amounted to -13.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (+33.8% per year) and Nauru (+39.3% per year).

In value terms, Singapore ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat exports from Australia, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 7.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Nauru, with a 2.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Singapore stood at -10.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (+34.5% per year) and Nauru (+42.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh pork cut export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 8.2% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, fresh pork cut export price increased by +65.8% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 45%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Fiji ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fresh Pork Cut Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2017, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat were imported into Australia; leveling off at the year before. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked in 2017 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fresh pork cut imports amounted to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2017 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Canada (X tons), Italy (X tons) and the United States (X kg) were the main suppliers of fresh pork cut imports to Australia, together comprising 93% of total imports.

From 2017 to 2017, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X), Canada ($X) and New Zealand ($X) were the largest fresh pork cut suppliers to Australia, together comprising 95% of total imports. The United States and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 4.2%.

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of fresh pork cut consumption was Italy, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork cut consumption in Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, twofold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Italy, Germany and Spain, with a combined 61% share of global production.
In value terms, the largest fresh pork cut suppliers to Australia were Italy, Canada and the UK, together comprising 89% of total imports. The United States and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 11%.
In value terms, Singapore remains the key foreign market for fresh pork cut exports from Australia, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with an 8.4% share of total exports. It was followed by Nauru, with a 2.4% share.
In 2021, the average fresh pork cut export price amounted to $6,114 per ton, jumping by 40% against the previous year.
The average fresh pork cut import price stood at $5,867 per ton in 2021, growing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh pork cut 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:

  • Prodcom 10111250 - Fresh or chilled hams, shoulders and cuts thereof with bone in, of pig meat (including fresh meat packed with salt as a temporary preservative)

Country coverage:

  • Australia

Data coverage:

  • 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

    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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. 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
  12. 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

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