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United Arab Emirates: Fresh Whole Chicken Market 2024

Fresh Whole Chicken Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the fresh whole chicken market in the United Arab Emirates, when its value decreased by -7.8% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, fresh whole chicken production reduced slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, posted prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 87%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Fresh Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens decreased by -39.7% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports saw a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 394%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports faced a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 126% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Seychelles (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Oman (X kg), with a 0.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Seychelles stood at +96.3%.

In value terms, Seychelles ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Seychelles stood at +80.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 222% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed strong growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Seychelles ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Qatar (+5.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fresh Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2021, purchases abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens decreased by -32.5% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, total imports indicated slight growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 55%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports fell significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 54% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Oman (X tons) was the main supplier of fresh whole chicken to the United Arab Emirates, with a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken imports from Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Saudi Arabia (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Oman totaled +8.3%.

In value terms, Oman ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 3.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Oman amounted to +4.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -30.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 10%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the price for Oman totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (-3.4%).

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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. 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 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 accounting for 30% of global production. Russia, Turkey, Pakistan, Brazil, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Norway and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled whole chickens to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Ukraine constituted the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 97% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled whole chickens from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Oman, Yemen and Kuwait appeared to be the largest markets for fresh whole chicken exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together comprising 81% of total exports.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $2,992 per ton, growing by 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled whole chickens in the United Arab Emirates?

The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $4,843 per ton in 2021, falling by -3.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in the United Arab Emirates. 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:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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 2012–2023
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