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Ireland: Market for Frozen Pig Meat Other Than Cuts Or Carcases 2025

Market Size for Frozen Pig Meat Other Than Cuts Or Carcases in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish market for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases decreased by -90.8% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a mild contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Production of Frozen Pig Meat Other Than Cuts Or Carcases in Ireland

In value terms, production of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases rose markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Frozen Pig Meat Other Than Cuts Or Carcases

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, approx. X tons of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases were exported from Ireland; almost unchanged from the year before. Overall, exports saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, exports of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons), China (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases from Ireland, together comprising 53% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Australia (with a CAGR of +55.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Australia ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X) constituted the largest markets for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases exported from Ireland worldwide, with a combined 52% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Australia, with a CAGR of +51.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 13%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 the United States (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Frozen Pig Meat Other Than Cuts Or Carcases

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports recorded resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 74% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases to Ireland, together comprising 61% of total imports. Poland, Denmark, Spain, Hungary and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Hungary (with a CAGR of +64.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Poland ($X), the UK ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 54% share of total imports. Germany, Denmark, Spain, Hungary and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 44%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Hungary, with a CAGR of +79.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 49%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Hungary ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+9.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of consumption of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases was China, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 6.1% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of production of frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases in 2020 were Spain, the United States and Germany, together comprising 47% of global production. Brazil, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, France, Poland, Mexico, the UK, Chile and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 48%.
In value terms, the largest frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases suppliers to Ireland were the UK, Denmark and Spain, with a combined 76% share of total imports.
In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases exports from Ireland, comprising 39% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Denmark, with a 12% share.
In 2020, the average export price for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases amounted to $3,412 per ton, picking up by 6.4% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average import price for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases amounted to $4,021 per ton, jumping by 20% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen pig meat other than cuts or carcases 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 10113290 - Frozen pig meat (excluding carcases and half-carcases, h ams, shoulders and cuts thereof with bone in)

Country coverage:

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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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
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  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 THE 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 EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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 Export

    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 VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Producing Animals: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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