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India - Fresh or Chilled Carcases of Pig Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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India: Fresh Pork Carcase Market 2025

Fresh Pork Carcase Market Size in India

The Indian fresh pork carcase market fell modestly to $X in 2022, waning by -4.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Pork Carcase Production in India

In value terms, fresh pork carcase production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 25%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Fresh Pork Carcase Exports

Exports from India

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat, when their volume decreased by -77.8% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 817%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 890% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Bhutan (X tons) was the main destination for fresh pork carcase exports from India, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bhutan amounted to +150.0%.

In value terms, Bhutan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat exports from India.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bhutan amounted to +199.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh pork carcase export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.7% against the previous year. Over the last four-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +8.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 17%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bhutan amounted to +19.9% per year.

Fresh Pork Carcase Imports

Imports into India

In 2022, fresh pork carcase imports into India reached X tons, growing by 11% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 82%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase imports rose rapidly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 11%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Italy (X tons) was the main supplier of fresh pork carcase to India, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy amounted to -1.4%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat to India.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy amounted to +1.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average fresh pork carcase import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -2.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate moderate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 111%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 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 Italy.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +2.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh pork carcase consumption was Germany, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

Germany remains the largest fresh pork carcase producing country worldwide, accounting for 39% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat to India?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of fresh pork carcase to India.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat from India?

In value terms, Bhutan remains the key foreign market for fresh pork carcase exports from India.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in India?

In 2021, the average fresh pork carcase export price amounted to $2,963 per ton, increasing by 6.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in India?

The average fresh pork carcase import price stood at $2,761 per ton in 2020, surging by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh pork carcase market in India. 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 10111230 - Fresh or chilled carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat (including fresh meat packed with salt as a temporary preservative)

Country coverage:

India

Data coverage:

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