SADC - Camel Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Camel Meat Market Size in SADC
The SADC camel meat market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Camel Meat Production in SADC
In value terms, camel meat production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 25%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
The country with the largest volume of camel meat production was Zimbabwe (X kg), comprising approx. 77% of total volume. Moreover, camel meat production in Zimbabwe exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Namibia (X kg), sixfold.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in Zimbabwe was relatively modest. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Namibia (+1.1% per year) and South Africa (-14.5% per year).
Camel Meat Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2019, shipments abroad of camel meat decreased by -63.5% to X kg for the first time since 2015, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, exports saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 413% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.
In value terms, camel meat exports contracted notably to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded measured growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 1,231% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
The biggest shipments were from South Africa (X kg), together finishing at 100% of total export.
South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the camel meat exports, with a CAGR of -6.9% from 2012 to 2019. From 2012 to 2019, the share of South Africa increased by +17 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In South Africa, camel meat exports expanded at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the period from 2012-2019.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2019, which is down by -65.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the export price increased by 2,226% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2019, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.
From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +12.7% per year.
Camel Meat Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2019, supplies from abroad of camel meat decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports recorded a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 302%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, camel meat imports totaled $X in 2019. In general, imports showed a perceptible increase. The smallest decline of -32% was in 2017. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, imports failed to regain momentum.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2019, surging by 3,339% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by 3,339%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, import prices failed to regain momentum.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Mozambique.
From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Mozambique amounted to +9.3% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the camel meat market in SADC. 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 1127 - Meat of camels
Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.
In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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- How to boost your sales on overseas markets
- How to increase your profit margins
- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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- How to outsource production to other countries
- How to prepare your business for global expansion
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
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- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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