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Ireland: Rabbit Meat Market 2025

Rabbit Meat Market Size in Ireland

For the third year in a row, the Irish rabbit meat market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 257% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Rabbit Meat Production in Ireland

In value terms, rabbit meat production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 12%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Rabbit Meat Exports

Exports from Ireland

For the third consecutive year, Ireland recorded decline in shipments abroad of rabbit or hare meat, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 455% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, rabbit meat exports totaled $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 255%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for rabbit meat exports from Ireland, accounting for a 72% share of total exports. Moreover, rabbit meat exports to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 84%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Vietnam (-4.4%).

Rabbit Meat Imports

Imports into Ireland

For the fourth year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in overseas purchases of rabbit or hare meat, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 286% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, rabbit meat imports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a tangible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 118%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Italy (X kg) were the main suppliers of rabbit meat imports to Ireland, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +10.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, France ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest rabbit meat suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +11.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average rabbit meat import price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 107%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($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 (+9.8%), 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 rabbit or hare meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of rabbit meat consumption, accounting for 47% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Egypt, with a 7.4% share.

What are the largest producers of rabbit or hare meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of rabbit meat production, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, rabbit meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, threefold. Egypt ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of rabbit or hare meat to Ireland?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of rabbit meat to Ireland, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of rabbit or hare meat from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for rabbit meat exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for rabbit or hare meat in Ireland?

In 2020, the average rabbit meat export price amounted to $4.8 per kg, with a decrease of -19.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for rabbit or hare meat in Ireland?

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $7 per kg in 2020, with an increase of 72% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rabbit meat 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:

FCL 1141 - Rabbit 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

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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