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Brazil: Fresh Pork Carcase Market 2025

Fresh Pork Carcase Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian fresh pork carcase market stood at $X in 2022, increasing by 2.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed prominent growth. Fresh pork carcase consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Fresh Pork Carcase Production in Brazil

In value terms, fresh pork carcase production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate measured growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 125% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Fresh Pork Carcase Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat increased by 20% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 113% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 89% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Marshall Islands (X tons), Panama (X tons) and Liberia (X tons) were the main destinations of fresh pork carcase exports from Brazil, together accounting for 65% of total exports. Cyprus, Hong Kong SAR, Malta, China and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +151.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for fresh pork carcase exported from Brazil were Marshall Islands ($X), Panama ($X) and Liberia ($X), with a combined 67% share of total exports. Hong Kong SAR, Cyprus, Malta, China and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +135.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fresh pork carcase export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 6.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 114% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Liberia ($X per ton) and Marshall Islands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Cyprus ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Georgia (+18.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fresh Pork Carcase Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat, when their volume decreased by -44.5% to X tons. In general, imports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 809%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined markedly in the following year.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 768% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) was the main fresh pork carcase supplier to Brazil, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2020 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat to Brazil.

From 2020 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fresh pork carcase import price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 UK.

From 2020 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Paraguay amounted to -4.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

Germany remains the largest fresh pork carcase consuming country worldwide, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. Italy ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh pork carcase production was Germany, accounting for 39% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat to Brazil?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of fresh pork carcase to Brazil.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat from Brazil?

In value terms, Paraguay, Mozambique and Georgia were the largest markets for fresh pork carcase exported from Brazil worldwide, with a combined 69% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in Brazil?

In 2021, the average fresh pork carcase export price amounted to $1,665 per ton, falling by -6.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in Brazil?

The average fresh pork carcase import price stood at $2,422 per ton in 2016, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh pork carcase market in Brazil. 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 10111230 - Fresh or chilled carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat (including fresh meat packed with salt as a temporary preservative)

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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