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Iraq: Market for Meat of Camels and Other Animals 2025

Market Size for Meat of Camels and Other Animals in Iraq

The Iraqi market for meat of camels and other animals fell to $X in 2022, waning by -9.6% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a mild downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Meat of Camels and Other Animals in Iraq

In value terms, camel and other animal meat production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 92% against the previous year. Camel and other animal meat production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average camel and other animal meat yield in Iraq reached X kg per head, leveling off at the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield, however, recorded a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the yield increased by 1.8%. The camel and other animal meat yield peaked at X kg per head in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, approx. X heads of animals slaughtered for camel and other animal meat production in Iraq; waning by -3.7% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, the total number of producing animals indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, number of animals slaughtered for camel and other animal meat production increased by +154.8% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the number of producing animals increased by 67%. Over the period under review, this number reached the maximum level at X heads in 2021, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

Exports of Meat of Camels and Other Animals

Exports from Iraq

In 2020, overseas shipments of meat of camels and other animals decreased by 0% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, camel and other animal meat exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2018. The exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

From 2017 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to No country was relatively modest.

From 2017 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to No country was relatively modest.

Imports of Meat of Camels and Other Animals

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, supplies from abroad of meat of camels and other animals decreased by -61.1% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 458%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, camel and other animal meat imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 356%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main camel and other animal meat supplier to Iraq, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Netherlands totaled +130.1%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of meat of camels and other animals to Iraq.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands stood at +85.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for meat of camels and other animals stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 135% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a perceptible curtailment. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Iran amounted to +94.3% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of camel and other animal meat consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and Papua New Guinea, with a combined 30% share of global consumption. The United States, India, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Ghana and Kenya lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.
The countries with the highest volumes of camel and other animal meat production in 2021 were China, Russia and Papua New Guinea, together comprising 30% of global production. The United States, India, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Ghana and Kenya lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.
In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of camel and other animal meat to Iraq, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 3.8% share of total imports.
In 2017, the average export price for meat of camels and other animals amounted to $8,986 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.
The average import price for meat of camels and other animals stood at $2,239 per ton in 2021, increasing by 7.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for camel and other animal meat 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:

  • FCL 1166 - Meat nes
  • FCL 1158 - Meat of other domestic camelids
  • FCL 1151 - Meat of other domestic rodents
  • FCL 1089 - Meat of pigeons and other birds nes
  • FCL 1127 - Meat of camels
  • FCL 1128 - Offals of camels, edibles
  • FCL 1163 - Game meat
  • FCL 1167 - Offals nes

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

Reasons to buy this report:

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  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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

    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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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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