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Greece: Rabbit Meat Market 2025

Rabbit Meat Market Size in Greece

The Greek rabbit meat market contracted to $X in 2022, reducing by -1.7% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 3.3%. Rabbit meat consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Rabbit Meat Production in Greece

In value terms, rabbit meat production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a sharp downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 120% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average rabbit meat yield in Greece totaled X kg per head, remaining stable against 2021. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 5.9%. The rabbit meat yield peaked at X kg per head in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure.

The number of animals slaughtered for rabbit meat production in Greece shrank slightly to X heads in 2022, waning by -2.1% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the number of producing animals saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 4.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, this number reached the peak level at X heads in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, producing animals failed to regain momentum.

Rabbit Meat Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2022, shipments abroad of rabbit or hare meat decreased by -75.9% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 1,350%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rabbit meat exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 603% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Albania (X tons) was the main destination for rabbit meat exports from Greece, accounting for a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, rabbit meat exports to Albania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Cyprus (X tons), twofold. Bulgaria (X kg) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Albania stood at +9.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Cyprus (+1.8% per year) and Bulgaria (+14.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for rabbit meat exported from Greece were Albania ($X), Cyprus ($X) and Bulgaria ($X), together accounting for 97% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Bulgaria, with a CAGR of +16.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average rabbit meat export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 139%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($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 Germany (+2.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Rabbit Meat Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2022, approx. X tons of rabbit or hare meat were imported into Greece; falling by -23.7% compared with 2021. Overall, imports faced a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 36%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rabbit meat imports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 64% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), France (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of rabbit meat imports to Greece, with a combined 95% share of total imports. The Netherlands and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 3.8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +26.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X) appeared to be the largest rabbit meat suppliers to Greece, together comprising 88% of total imports. The Netherlands and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 11%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Germany, with a CAGR of +43.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 3.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 49%. 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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+14.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest rabbit meat consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. Egypt ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.4% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of rabbit meat production, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. Egypt ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.
In value terms, France, Italy and the Netherlands constituted the largest rabbit meat suppliers to Greece, with a combined 85% share of total imports.
In value terms, Albania emerged as the key foreign market for rabbit meat exports from Greece, comprising 51% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Cyprus, with a 14% share.
The average rabbit meat export price stood at $2 per kg in 2020, declining by -54.1% against the previous year.
The average rabbit meat import price stood at $3.8 per kg in 2020, falling by -17.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rabbit meat market in Greece. 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 1141 - Rabbit meat

Country coverage:

  • Greece

Data coverage:

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

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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

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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. 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. 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. 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

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  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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