Iran: Chicken Meat Market 2025

Chicken Meat Market Size in Iran

After three years of growth, the Iranian chicken meat market decreased by -10.7% to $X in 2021. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Chicken meat consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Chicken Meat Production in Iran

In value terms, chicken meat production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +75.3% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 43%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

The average yield of chicken meat in Iran fell sharply to X kg per head in 2021, with a decrease of -15.4% against the previous year. In general, the yield showed a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the yield increased by 8.3% against the previous year. The chicken meat yield peaked at X kg per head in 2020, and then declined significantly in the following year.

In 2021, number of animals slaughtered for chicken meat production in Iran stood at X heads, approximately reflecting the previous year's figure. This number increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 5.3%. The number of animals slaughtered for chicken meat production peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Chicken Meat Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2021, overseas shipments of chicken meat decreased by -3.8% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after four years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 734% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chicken meat exports expanded markedly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 744%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of chicken meat exports from Iran.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Hong Kong SAR (with a CAGR of +92.2%).

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) remains the key foreign market for chicken meat exports from Iran, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Hong Kong SAR totaled +97.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chicken meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 16% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, chicken meat export price increased by +103.0% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Vietnam amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+2.8%).

Chicken Meat Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, purchases abroad of chicken meat increased by 11% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 134% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chicken meat imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 122%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of chicken meat to Iran, accounting for a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, chicken meat imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to -6.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (-38.8% per year) and Turkey (-44.1% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chicken meat to Iran, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled -9.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (-42.0% per year) and Turkey (-46.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chicken meat import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 52% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a deep reduction. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($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 United Arab Emirates (-3.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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