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Ethiopia: Whole Fresh Milk Market 2025

Whole Fresh Milk Market Size in Ethiopia

The Ethiopian whole fresh milk market expanded significantly to $X in 2022, surging by 6.8% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Whole Fresh Milk Production in Ethiopia

In value terms, whole fresh milk production rose to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a slight decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 140%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Whole Fresh Milk Exports

Exports from Ethiopia

For the fourth year in a row, Ethiopia recorded growth in overseas shipments of whole fresh milk, which increased by 144% to X tons in 2018. In general, exports saw significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, whole fresh milk exports soared to $X in 2018. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Poland (X tons) and Antigua and Barbuda (X tons) were the main destinations of whole fresh milk exports from Ethiopia.

From 2013 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, the largest markets for whole fresh milk exported from Ethiopia were Antigua and Barbuda ($X) and Poland ($X).

In terms of the main countries of destination, Poland, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average whole fresh milk export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, dropping by -19.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2018, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Antigua and Barbuda ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland stood at $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (0.0%).

Whole Fresh Milk Imports

Imports into Ethiopia

In 2022, the amount of whole fresh milk imported into Ethiopia soared to X tons, jumping by 28% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports saw a tangible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 115% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, whole fresh milk imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a modest increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 121% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, France (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of whole fresh milk to Ethiopia, with a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, whole fresh milk imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Egypt (X tons), fourfold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from France stood at +23.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (+20.5% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+18.0% per year).

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of whole fresh milk to Ethiopia, comprising 53% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from New Zealand totaled +22.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+8.7% per year) and Italy (+8.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average whole fresh milk import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -2.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 15% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while the price for Egypt ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+13.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the whole fresh milk market in Ethiopia. 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 1130 - Camel milk
FCL 882 - Cow milk, whole (fresh)
FCL 1020 - Goat milk
FCL 982 - Sheep milk
FCL 951 - Buffalo milk

Country coverage:

Ethiopia

Data coverage:

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