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South Africa: Rabbit Meat Market 2025

Rabbit Meat Market Size in South Africa

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the South African rabbit meat market, when its value increased by 102% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a deep downturn. Rabbit meat consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Rabbit Meat Production in South Africa

In value terms, rabbit meat production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 4%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Rabbit Meat Exports

Exports from South Africa

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of rabbit or hare meat decreased by -10.5% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 8,570%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, rabbit meat exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 13,105%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Seychelles (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main destinations of rabbit meat exports from South Africa, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Seychelles (with a CAGR of +90.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Seychelles ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for rabbit or hare meat exports from South Africa, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Seychelles amounted to +88.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Russia (0.0% per year) and the Netherlands (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -52.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a sharp descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 52%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Seychelles ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($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 France (+0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Rabbit Meat Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, overseas purchases of rabbit or hare meat decreased by -95.7% to X kg, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports showed a dramatic descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 700% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X kg in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rabbit meat imports declined markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a sharp setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 741%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X kg) was the main supplier of rabbit meat to South Africa, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rabbit or hare meat to South Africa.

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

Import Prices by Country

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 157%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +166.7% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for rabbit or hare meat in the world?

China remains the largest rabbit meat consuming country worldwide, 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 remains the largest rabbit meat producing country worldwide, accounting for 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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Egypt, with a 7.4% share.

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

In value terms, Portugal $215) constituted the largest supplier of rabbit meat to South Africa, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany $30), with a 12% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for rabbit meat exported from South Africa were Hong Kong SAR and Qatar.

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

The average rabbit meat export price stood at $5.1 per kg in 2020, declining by -4.9% against the previous year.

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

The average rabbit meat import price stood at $12 per kg in 2020, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rabbit meat market in South Africa. 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:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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