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Ireland: Market for Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat 2025

Market Size for Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat in Ireland

After four years of growth, the Irish market for horse, mule and donkey meat decreased by -10.3% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, recorded significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Production of Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat in Ireland

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 30%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

The average yield of horse, mule and donkey meat in Ireland stood at X kg per head in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the yield increased by 0.3% against the previous year. The horse, mule and donkey meat yield peaked at X kg per head in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum.

The number of animals slaughtered for horse, mule and donkey meat production in Ireland rose to X heads in 2022, with an increase of 1.7% on 2021. In general, the number of producing animals, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the number of producing animals increased by 7.1%. Over the period under review, this number attained the maximum level at X heads in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, producing animals remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Horse, Mule and Donkey Meat

Exports from Ireland

For the sixth year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in overseas shipments of horse, mule and donkey meat, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, horse, mule and donkey meat exports totaled $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for horse, mule and donkey meat exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France stood at -7.3%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to France totaled -8.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 21%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for France.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +13.4% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for horse, mule and donkey meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of horse, mule and donkey meat consumption in 2020 were China, Kazakhstan and Mongolia, together accounting for 53% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Mexico, Italy, Kyrgyzstan, Australia, the United States, Brazil and Canada, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of horse, mule and donkey meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of horse, mule and donkey meat production in 2020 were China, Kazakhstan and Mexico, together accounting for 52% of global production. These countries were followed by Mongolia, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Argentina and the United States, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the leading suppliers of horse, mule and donkey meat to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK, the Netherlands and Denmark were the largest horse, mule and donkey meat suppliers to Ireland.

What are the leading importers of horse, mule and donkey meat from Ireland?

In value terms, Belgium remains the key foreign market for horse, mule and donkey meat exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat in Ireland?

In 2020, the average export price for horse, mule and donkey meat amounted to $4,650 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat in Ireland?

The average import price for horse, mule and donkey meat stood at $3,002 per ton in 2019, increasing by 2.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for horse, mule and donkey meat 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:

FCL 1097 - Horse meat
FCL 1108 - Meat of asses
FCL 1111 - Meat of mules

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
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
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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