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Egypt: Pork Market 2025

Pork Market Size in Egypt

In 2022, the Egyptian pork market increased by 11% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Pork consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Pork Production in Egypt

In value terms, pork production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 44%. Pork production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The average yield of pork in Egypt declined slightly to X kg per head in 2022, approximately equating the year before. Overall, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the yield increased by 1.2%. Over the period under review, the average pork yield attained the maximum level at X kg per head in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the number of animals slaughtered for pork production in Egypt rose significantly to X heads, increasing by 6.7% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the number of producing animals saw a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the number of producing animals increased by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, this number attained the peak level at X heads in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, producing animals remained at a lower figure.

Pork Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, overseas shipments of pork decreased by -2.6% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 353% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pork exports dropped to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 310%. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons) were the main destinations of pork exports from Egypt, with a combined 82% share of total exports. Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 18%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Kuwait (with a CAGR of +27.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Kuwait ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Bahrain ($X) constituted the largest markets for pork exported from Egypt worldwide, with a combined 87% share of total exports.

Kuwait, with a CAGR of +33.2%, saw the highest growth rate of 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

The average pork export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a mild decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 58%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Pork Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of pork, when their volume increased by 48% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 125%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pork imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 70% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) was the main pork supplier to Egypt, with a approx. 97% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil stood at -5.2%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pork to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil stood at -4.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average pork import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 30%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 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 Brazil.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +12.1% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest pork consuming country worldwide, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, pork consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.9% share.
The country with the largest volume of pork production was China, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, pork production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 4.7% share.
In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of pork to Egypt, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 15% share.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for pork exports from Egypt, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 4.7% share.
In 2021, the average pork export price amounted to $1,762 per ton, with a decrease of -9.1% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average pork import price amounted to $2,849 per ton, which is down by -8.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pork market in Egypt. 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 1035 - Pig meat

Country coverage:

  • Egypt

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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

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