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Dominican Republic: Chicken Meat Market 2025

Chicken Meat Market Size in the Dominican Republic

In 2021, the Dominican chicken meat market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Chicken meat consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Chicken Meat Production in the Dominican Republic

In value terms, chicken meat production rose notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2021, the average chicken meat yield in the Dominican Republic totaled X kg per head, remaining relatively unchanged against 2020 figures. In general, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 6.2%. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X kg per head. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the average chicken meat yield failed to regain momentum.

In 2021, the number of animals slaughtered for chicken meat production in the Dominican Republic rose sharply to X heads, increasing by 11% against the year before. This number increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The number of animals slaughtered for chicken meat production peaked at X heads in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, producing animals stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Chicken Meat Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

For the tenth consecutive year, the Dominican Republic recorded growth in overseas shipments of chicken meat, which increased by 75% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chicken meat exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Haiti (X tons) was the main destination for chicken meat exports from the Dominican Republic, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Haiti amounted to +24.8%.

In value terms, Haiti ($X) also remains the key foreign market for chicken meat exports from the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Haiti stood at +21.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chicken meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Haiti.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Haiti amounted to -2.7% per year.

Chicken Meat Imports

Imports into the Dominican Republic

Chicken meat imports into the Dominican Republic soared to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 31% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, imports showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 85% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, chicken meat imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of chicken meat to the Dominican Republic, accounting for a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, chicken meat imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to +9.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chicken meat to the Dominican Republic, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with a 27% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +12.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average chicken meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 22% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+7.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chicken meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of chicken meat consumption in 2020 were the United States, China and Brazil, with a combined 37% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Mexico, Indonesia, India, Japan, South Africa, Iran, Argentina and Peru, which together accounted for a further 23%.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of chicken meat production in 2020 were the United States, China and Brazil, together comprising 41% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Indonesia, Mexico, India, Japan, Argentina, Iran, Poland, Turkey and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of chicken meat to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of chicken meat to the Dominican Republic, comprising 99% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 0.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chicken meat from the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, Haiti remains the key foreign market for chicken meat exports from the Dominican Republic, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cuba, with a 10% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chicken meat in the Dominican Republic?

The average chicken meat export price stood at $815 per ton in 2020, growing by 3.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chicken meat in the Dominican Republic?

The average chicken meat import price stood at $1,307 per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chicken meat market in the Dominican Republic. 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 1058 - Chicken meat
FCL 1059 - Offals and liver of chickens

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

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