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Ireland: Frozen Pork Carcase Market 2025

Frozen Pork Carcase Market Size in Ireland

The Irish frozen pork carcase market stood at $X in 2022, growing by 1.5% against the previous year. In general, consumption enjoyed a noticeable expansion. Frozen pork carcase consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Frozen Pork Carcase Production in Ireland

In value terms, frozen pork carcase production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 72%. Frozen pork carcase production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Pork Carcase Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of frozen carcases of pig meat decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. In general, exports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 312%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen pork carcase exports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 874% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) was the main destination for frozen pork carcase exports from Ireland, accounting for a 59% share of total exports. Moreover, frozen pork carcase exports to Cote d'Ivoire exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Angola (X tons), fourfold. Canada (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Cote d'Ivoire stood at +44.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Angola (0.0% per year) and Canada (0.0% per year).

It was followed by Angola, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Cote d'Ivoire totaled +52.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Philippines (+3.4% per year) and Angola (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen pork carcase export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 200%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($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 Hong Kong SAR (+9.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Pork Carcase Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of frozen carcases of pig meat decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after four years of growth. In general, imports showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 111%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen pork carcase imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 165% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the UK (X kg) were the main suppliers of frozen pork carcase imports to Ireland, together accounting for 99.9% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest frozen pork carcase suppliers to Ireland were the Netherlands ($X), Spain ($X) and the UK ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen pork carcase import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded slight growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 46%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+18.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen carcases of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen pork carcase consumption was Russia, comprising approx. 42% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork carcase consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen carcases of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen pork carcase production was Russia, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork carcase production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen carcases of pig meat to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of frozen pork carcase to Ireland, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 29% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of frozen carcases of pig meat from Ireland?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for frozen pork carcase exports from Ireland, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 2.8% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for frozen carcases of pig meat in Ireland?

In 2020, the average frozen pork carcase export price amounted to $2,930 per ton, increasing by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen carcases of pig meat in Ireland?

The average frozen pork carcase import price stood at $3,423 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen pork carcase market in Ireland. 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 10113230 - Frozen carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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