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Bulgaria: Frozen Whole Chicken Market 2022

Frozen Whole Chicken Market Size in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian frozen whole chicken market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, saw a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Whole Chicken Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, frozen whole chicken production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a abrupt decrease. Frozen whole chicken production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Frozen Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

Frozen whole chicken exports from Bulgaria shrank sharply to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -X% compared with the year before. In general, exports saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken exports contracted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Cyprus (X tons), Greece (X tons) and North Macedonia (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen whole chicken exports from Bulgaria, with a combined X% share of total exports. Romania, the Netherlands and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Sweden (with a CAGR of +X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for frozen whole chicken exported from Bulgaria were Greece ($X), Cyprus ($X) and North Macedonia ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Romania and Sweden, which together accounted for a further X the main countries of destination, Sweden, with a CAGR of +X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Greece ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Romania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2021, purchases abroad of frozen whole chickens decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a noticeable downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Greece (X tons) and Romania (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen whole chicken imports to Bulgaria, together comprising X% of total imports. Italy, Poland, France and Denmark lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Italy (with a CAGR of +X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest frozen whole chicken suppliers to Bulgaria were Greece ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Romania ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports. These countries were followed by France, Italy, Poland and Denmark, which together accounted for a further X the main suppliers, Italy, with a CAGR of +X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of frozen whole chicken consumption was China, comprising approx. 14% of total volume. Moreover, frozen whole chicken consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Saudi Arabia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.8% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of frozen whole chicken production in 2020 were Brazil, China and India, with a combined 41% share of global production. Turkey, the United States, Russia, France, Ukraine, Indonesia, Japan, Poland, Mexico and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
In value terms, Greece, Romania and the Netherlands appeared to be the largest frozen whole chicken suppliers to Bulgaria, with a combined 83% share of total imports. France, the UK and Denmark lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.
In value terms, Greece remains the key foreign market for frozen whole chicken exports from Bulgaria, comprising 56% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cyprus, with a 26% share of total exports. It was followed by North Macedonia, with a 12% share.
The average frozen whole chicken export price stood at $1,942 per ton in 2020, falling by -11.5% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average frozen whole chicken import price amounted to $1,291 per ton, which is down by -5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole chicken market in Bulgaria. 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 10122013 - Frozen whole chickens

Country coverage:

  • Bulgaria

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE 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 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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