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United Kingdom: Goat Meat Market 2025

Goat Meat Market Size in the UK

The UK goat meat market soared to $X in 2022, growing by 120% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. Goat meat consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Goat Meat Exports

Exports from the UK

Goat meat exports from the UK dropped markedly to X tons in 2022, which is down by -81.2% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 171% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, goat meat exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 380%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Dominica (X tons), Antigua and Barbuda (X tons) and Saint Kitts and Nevis (X tons) were the main destinations of goat meat exports from the UK, together accounting for 97% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Dominica (with a CAGR of +107.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Dominica ($X), Antigua and Barbuda ($X) and Saint Kitts and Nevis ($X) constituted the largest markets for goat meat exported from the UK worldwide, together comprising 98% of total exports.

Dominica, with a CAGR of +129.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among 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

The average goat meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -23.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 78%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Saint Kitts and Nevis ($X per ton) and Antigua and Barbuda ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Gibraltar ($X per ton) and Dominica ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Dominica (+10.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Goat Meat Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, overseas purchases of goat meat increased by 63% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 103%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, goat meat imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a remarkable increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Greece (X tons) were the main suppliers of goat meat imports to the UK, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +53.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to the UK, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 27% share of total imports. It was followed by Greece, with an 8.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain stood at +32.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+53.5% per year) and Greece (+29.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average goat meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 15% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 16%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Ireland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (+11.8%), 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 goat meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of goat meat consumption, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with an 8.2% share.

What are the largest producers of goat meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of goat meat production was China, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of goat meat to the UK?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to the UK, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Greece, with a 7% share of total imports. It was followed by Romania, with a 2.8% share.

What are the leading importers of goat meat from the UK?

In value terms, the Netherlands emerged as the key foreign market for goat meat exports from the UK, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Gibraltar, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Dominica, with a 3.2% share.

What is the average export price for goat meat in the UK?

In 2021, the average goat meat export price amounted to $7,229 per ton, rising by 81% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for goat meat in the UK?

In 2021, the average goat meat import price amounted to $4,513 per ton, picking up by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the goat meat market in the UK. 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 1017 - Goat meat

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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