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Iraq: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2025

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in Iraq

The Iraqi fresh whole chicken market amounted to $X in 2021, increasing by 7.2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Iraq

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production rose rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 20%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Iraq, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2013, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2013, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Iraq

For the fourth consecutive year, Iraq recorded decline in overseas purchases of fresh or chilled whole chickens, which decreased by -52% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports faced a precipitous slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 8% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 1.1%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of fresh whole chicken to Iraq, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey amounted to -38.1%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Iraq, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 29% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey amounted to -42.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 61% against the previous year. Overall, 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 failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (-6.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 30% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Brazil, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Norway and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 30% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Brazil, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Norway and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of fresh whole chicken to Iraq.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Iraq?

The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $2,413 per ton in 2013, stabilizing at the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Iraq?

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $910 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in Iraq. 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 10121010 - Fresh or chilled whole chickens

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iraq
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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