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Croatia: Goat Meat Market 2025

Goat Meat Market Size in Croatia

In 2022, the Croatian goat meat market decreased by -6.9% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption recorded a noticeable downturn. Goat meat consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Goat Meat Production in Croatia

In value terms, goat meat production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of goat meat in Croatia rose to X kg per head in 2022, growing by 3.8% against the year before. In general, the yield, however, continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the yield increased by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average goat meat yield reached the maximum level at X kg per head in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, number of animals slaughtered for goat meat production in Croatia rose significantly to X heads, picking up by 5.5% on the previous year. Overall, the number of producing animals, however, saw a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the number of producing animals increased by 21% against the previous year. The number of animals slaughtered for goat meat production peaked at X heads in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, producing animals remained at a lower figure.

Goat Meat Imports

Imports into Croatia

After four years of growth, purchases abroad of goat meat decreased by -64.8% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 2,794%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, goat meat imports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 2,911%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Greece (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Croatia, accounting for a 90% share of total imports. Moreover, goat meat imports from Greece exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, North Macedonia (X tons), more than tenfold. Germany (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2% share.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Greece totaled +12.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: North Macedonia (-4.3% per year) and Germany (+92.0% per year).

In value terms, Greece ($X) constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Croatia, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by North Macedonia ($X), with a 5.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 3% share.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Greece stood at +18.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: North Macedonia (-3.6% per year) and Italy (+23.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average goat meat import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -9.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed notable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 28%. As a result, import 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 importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for North Macedonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+18.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with an 8.2% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of goat meat production was China, comprising approx. 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 Croatia?

In value terms, Greece constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Croatia, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by North Macedonia, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Romania, with a 6.5% share.

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

The average goat meat export price stood at $1,244 per ton in 2018, remaining constant against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average goat meat import price amounted to $8,680 per ton, picking up by 28% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the goat meat market in Croatia. 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:

Croatia

Data coverage:

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