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Ghana - Fresh or Chilled Cuts of Chicken - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ghana: Fresh Chicken Cut Market 2025

Fresh Chicken Cut Market Size in Ghana

In 2021, the Ghanian fresh chicken cut market increased by 2% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption showed a prominent increase. Fresh chicken cut consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fresh Chicken Cut Production in Ghana

In value terms, fresh chicken cut production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 40%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Fresh Chicken Cut Exports

Exports from Ghana

After three years of decline, overseas shipments of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken increased by 14% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 201% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut exports reached $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 163%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Togo (X tons) was the main destination for fresh chicken cut exports from Ghana, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Togo stood at -17.3%.

In value terms, Togo ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken exports from Ghana.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Togo stood at -18.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh chicken cut export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the export price showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 2.9%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Togo amounted to -1.1% per year.

Fresh Chicken Cut Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2021, supplies from abroad of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken increased by 61% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable curtailment. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh chicken cut imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 128% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X tons) constituted the largest fresh chicken cut supplier to Ghana, accounting for a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh chicken cut imports from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ireland (X tons), threefold. Brazil (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy totaled +44.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ireland (+18.1% per year) and Brazil (+4.6% per year).

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken to Ghana, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ireland ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 5.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy stood at +60.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ireland (+20.1% per year) and Brazil (+12.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh chicken cut import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 31% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 49%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+12.5%), 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 fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in the world?

China remains the largest fresh chicken cut consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 13% of total volume. Moreover, fresh chicken cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.5% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 24% of global production. Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Brazil, Russia, Poland, Bangladesh, Japan, the Netherlands and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken to Ghana?

In value terms, the largest fresh chicken cut suppliers to Ghana were Ireland, the United States and Italy, with a combined 64% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled cuts of chicken from Ghana?

In value terms, Togo remains the key foreign market for fresh chicken cut exports from Ghana.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in Ghana?

In 2021, the average fresh chicken cut export price amounted to $688 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled cuts of chicken in Ghana?

The average fresh chicken cut import price stood at $1,062 per ton in 2021, waning by -7.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh chicken cut market in Ghana. 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:

Prodcom 10121050 - Fresh or chilled cuts of chicken

Country coverage:

Ghana

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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