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Italy: Fresh Pork Carcase Market 2025

Fresh Pork Carcase Market Size in Italy

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Italian fresh pork carcase market, when its value increased by 21% to $X. Overall, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Fresh Pork Carcase Production in Italy

In value terms, fresh pork carcase production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 277% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Pork Carcase Exports

Exports from Italy

In 2022, approx. X tons of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat were exported from Italy; reducing by -22.3% against 2021. In general, exports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase exports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 65%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for fresh pork carcase exports from Italy, with a 39% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh pork carcase exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X tons), threefold. Hungary (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany amounted to -13.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+63.9% per year) and Hungary (+22.6% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X), Japan ($X) and Slovenia ($X) constituted the largest markets for fresh pork carcase exported from Italy worldwide, with a combined 61% share of total exports.

Japan, with a CAGR of +61.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination 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 fresh pork carcase export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -23.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 39% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($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 Lao People's Democratic Republic (+9.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fresh Pork Carcase Imports

Imports into Italy

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat increased by 3.7% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh pork carcase imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), France (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main suppliers of fresh pork carcase imports to Italy, with a combined 86% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +11.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and Belgium ($X) appeared to be the largest fresh pork carcase suppliers to Italy, with a combined 85% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Belgium, with a CAGR of +9.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh pork carcase import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a slight slump. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Spain ($X per ton) and the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+1.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

Germany remains the largest fresh pork carcase consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh pork carcase production was Germany, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, fresh pork carcase production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat to Italy?

In value terms, Germany, France and Belgium were the largest fresh pork carcase suppliers to Italy, with a combined 87% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat from Italy?

In value terms, the largest markets for fresh pork carcase exported from Italy were China, Japan and Germany, together accounting for 86% of total exports.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in Italy?

The average fresh pork carcase export price stood at $3,052 per ton in 2021, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled carcases of pig meat in Italy?

The average fresh pork carcase import price stood at $2,072 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -9.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh pork carcase market in Italy. 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 10111230 - Fresh or chilled carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat (including fresh meat packed with salt as a temporary preservative)

Country coverage:

Italy

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Italy
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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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