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Uruguay: Chicken Egg Market 2024

Chicken Egg Market Size in Uruguay

The Uruguayan chicken egg market fell modestly to $X in 2022, dropping by -3.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Chicken Egg Production in Uruguay

In value terms, chicken egg production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Chicken Egg Exports

Exports from Uruguay

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of chicken eggs decreased by -41% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 455% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, chicken egg exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 411%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Sierra Leone (X tons) was the main destination for chicken egg exports from Uruguay, accounting for a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK (X kg), with a 0.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sierra Leone amounted to +118.5%.

In value terms, Sierra Leone ($X) remains the key foreign market for chicken eggs exports from Uruguay, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Sierra Leone stood at +48.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chicken egg export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -30.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 35% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sierra Leone totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+5.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Chicken Egg Imports

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, purchases abroad of chicken eggs was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 61%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chicken egg imports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) was the main chicken egg supplier to Uruguay, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil stood at -7.2%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chicken eggs to Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled -9.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average chicken egg import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -2.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 11% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to -2.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chicken eggs in the world?

China remains the largest chicken egg consuming country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, chicken egg consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of chicken eggs in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chicken egg production, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, chicken egg production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chicken eggs to Uruguay?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of chicken egg to Uruguay.

What is the average export price for chicken eggs in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average chicken egg export price amounted to $1,753 per ton, increasing by 122% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chicken eggs in Uruguay?

In 2021, the average chicken egg import price amounted to $8,025 per ton, growing by 5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chicken egg market in Uruguay. 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 1062 - Hen eggs

Country coverage:

Uruguay

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Uruguay
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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