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Ghana - Pork (Meat of Swine) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ghana: Pork Market 2025

Pork Market Size in Ghana

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in the Ghanian pork market, when its value decreased by -5% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced decline. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Pork Production in Ghana

In value terms, pork production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 58%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of pork in Ghana totaled X kg per head in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 1.4%. The pork yield peaked at X kg per head in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure.

The number of animals slaughtered for pork production in Ghana shrank to X heads in 2022, with a decrease of -6.9% compared with the previous year. This number increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the number of producing animals increased by 16% against the previous year. As a result, the number of animals produced attained the peak level of X heads, and then reduced in the following year.

Pork Exports

Exports from Ghana

In 2016, pork exports from Ghana totaled X tons, stabilizing at the previous year's figure. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pork exports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) was the main destination for pork exports from Ghana, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of volume to Cote d'Ivoire was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Cote d'Ivoire was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average pork export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, 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 Cote d'Ivoire.

From 2012 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cote d'Ivoire amounted to 0.0% per year.

Pork Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2022, the amount of pork imported into Ghana stood at X tons, surging by 4.1% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 162% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pork imports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 145% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Poland (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of pork imports to Ghana, together comprising 32% of total imports. France, Denmark, Belgium, the UK, Canada, Spain, Germany, Ireland, Italy and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by France (with a CAGR of +55.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pork to Ghana, comprising 22% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Poland ($X), with an 8.1% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands totaled +44.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (+22.2% per year) and the UK (+7.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average pork import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -9.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a slight contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+5.8%), 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 pork in the world?

The country with the largest volume of pork consumption was China, 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.

What are the largest producers of pork in the world?

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.

What are the leading suppliers of pork to Ghana?

In value terms, Poland constituted the largest supplier of pork to Ghana, comprising 37% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 16% share.

What is the average export price for pork in Ghana?

In 2016, the average pork export price amounted to $1,022 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for pork in Ghana?

The average pork import price stood at $932 per ton in 2021, increasing by 2.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pork 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:

FCL 1035 - Pig meat

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
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