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Israel: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2025

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in Israel

In 2021, the Israeli fresh whole chicken market decreased by -4.4% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, the total consumption indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +75.6% against 2012 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Israel

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production shrank slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +75.8% against 2012 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by 22%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from Israel

In 2021, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens, when their volume increased by 23% to X kg. Overall, exports, however, faced a dramatic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1,096% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 1,049% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X kg) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Israel, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled -24.4%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Israel.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled -17.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -2.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 58%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +9.2% per year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into Israel

In 2019, imports of fresh or chilled whole chickens into Israel amounted to X kg, leveling off at 2018 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a drastic downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports amounted to $X in 2019. Overall, imports showed a deep setback. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Ukraine (X kg) was the main supplier of fresh whole chicken to Israel, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Ukraine stood at -15.9%.

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Israel.

From 2015 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Ukraine totaled -13.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted temperate growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2019 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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

From 2015 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ukraine amounted to +2.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 30% share of global consumption. Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Brazil, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Norway and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled whole chickens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 30% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Brazil, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Norway and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Israel?

In value terms, Ukraine $119) constituted the largest supplier of fresh whole chicken to Israel.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled whole chickens from Israel?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for fresh whole chicken exports from Israel.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Israel?

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $1,041 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in Israel?

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $2,975 per ton in 2019, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in Israel. 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 10121010 - Fresh or chilled whole chickens

Country coverage:

Israel

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Israel
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