ECOWAS - Camel Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Camel Meat Market Size in ECOWAS
After two years of growth, the ECOWAS camel meat market decreased by -2.7% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Camel Meat Production in ECOWAS
In value terms, camel meat production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a mild reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Niger (X tons) remains the largest camel meat producing country in ECOWAS, accounting for 90% of total volume. Moreover, camel meat production in Niger exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali (X tons), more than tenfold.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in Niger was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mali (+31.5% per year) and Burkina Faso (-0.2% per year).
In 2022, the average camel meat yield in ECOWAS amounted to X kg per head, picking up by 2.7% against the year before. Over the period under review, the yield, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 12%. Over the period under review, the camel meat yield attained the peak level at X kg per head in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.
In 2022, the number of animals slaughtered for camel meat production in ECOWAS declined to X heads, with a decrease of -10% on 2021. The total number of producing animals indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, number of animals slaughtered for camel meat production increased by +29.2% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the number of producing animals increased by 25%. As a result, the number of producing animals attained the peak level of X heads, and then fell in the following year.
Camel Meat Imports
Imports in ECOWAS
Camel meat imports dropped rapidly to X kg in 2019, waning by -33.3% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports showed a precipitous setback. The volume of import peaked at X kg in 2018, and then fell dramatically in the following year.
In value terms, camel meat imports expanded markedly to $X in 2019. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% from 2018 to 2019; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
The purchases of the one major importers of camel meat, namely Ghana, represented more than two-thirds of total import.
Ghana was also the fastest-growing in terms of the camel meat imports, with a CAGR of -33.3% from 2018 to 2019. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Ghana ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported camel meat in ECOWAS.
In Ghana, camel meat imports increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% over the period from 2018-2019.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in ECOWAS stood at $X per ton in 2019, increasing by 63% against the previous year. Import price indicated a significant expansion from 2018 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +63.0% over the last one years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Ghana.
From 2018 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ghana amounted to +63.0% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the camel meat market in ECOWAS. 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 1127 - Meat of camels
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in ECOWAS, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in ECOWAS
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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- How to outsource production to other countries
- How to prepare your business for global expansion
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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