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Qatar: Market for Lamb and Sheep Meat 2024

Market Size for Lamb and Sheep Meat in Qatar

In 2021, the Qatari lamb and sheep meat market decreased by -30% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -38.8% against 2018 indices. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Lamb and Sheep Meat in Qatar

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat production plummeted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 38%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of lamb and sheep meat in Qatar was estimated at X kg per head in 2021, almost unchanged from 2020. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The lamb and sheep meat yield peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

In 2021, number of animals slaughtered for lamb and sheep meat production in Qatar declined to X heads, with a decrease of -12% on the previous year. Overall, the number of producing animals showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. As a result, the number of producing animals attained the peak level of X heads. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of this number failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Lamb and Sheep Meat

Exports from Qatar

In 2015, lamb and sheep meat exports from Qatar totaled X tons, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2015 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat exports amounted to $X in 2015. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2015 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for lamb and sheep meat exports from Qatar, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India was relatively modest.

Imports of Lamb and Sheep Meat

Imports into Qatar

Lamb and sheep meat imports into Qatar contracted sharply to X tons in 2021, dropping by -32.5% on the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 43% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lamb and sheep meat imports declined notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 57%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Australia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of lamb and sheep meat to Qatar, with a 44% share of total imports. Moreover, lamb and sheep meat imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), threefold. Tanzania (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Australia stood at -6.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+206.2% per year) and Tanzania (+21,547.7% per year).

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lamb and sheep meat to Qatar, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 9% share of total imports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Australia totaled -2.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+184.2% per year) and Tanzania (+24,898.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lamb and sheep meat import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -3.9% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (+15.5%), 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 lamb and sheep meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lamb and sheep meat consumption was China, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, lamb and sheep meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Algeria, ninefold. The UK ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 2.9% share.

What are the largest producers of lamb and sheep meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lamb and sheep meat production, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, lamb and sheep meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fourfold. New Zealand ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lamb and sheep meat to Qatar?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of lamb and sheep meat to Qatar, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 9% share of total imports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a 7.4% share.

What is the average export price for lamb and sheep meat in Qatar?

In 2015, the average lamb and sheep meat export price amounted to $2,590 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lamb and sheep meat in Qatar?

In 2021, the average lamb and sheep meat import price amounted to $6,634 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for lamb and sheep meat in Qatar. 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 977 - Meat of sheep

Country coverage:

Qatar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
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
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023