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Western Africa: Turkey Meat Market 2025

Turkey Meat Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, shipments abroad of turkey meat decreased by -1.4% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 89%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, turkey meat exports fell modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 89%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Benin prevails in exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 91% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Togo (X tons), constituting a 5.1% share of total exports. Liberia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to turkey meat exports from Benin stood at -16.1%. Liberia (-4.0%) and Togo (-14.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Liberia increased by +2.7 percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Benin ($X) remains the largest turkey meat supplier in Western Africa, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Togo ($X), with a 2.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Benin amounted to -14.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Togo (-13.5% per year) and Liberia (-13.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the export price increased by 34%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Benin ($X per ton), while Liberia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Benin (+2.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Turkey Meat Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2022, supplies from abroad of turkey meat decreased by -6.5% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Total imports indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -15.3% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 82% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, turkey meat imports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 89%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Benin (X tons) was the main importer of turkey meat, committing 54% of total imports. Ghana (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 24% share, followed by Guinea (11%) and Liberia (6.7%).

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to turkey meat imports into Benin stood at -2.8%. At the same time, Ghana (+17.6%), Guinea (+12.9%) and Liberia (+4.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ghana emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +17.6% from 2012-2022. While the share of Ghana (+19 p.p.), Guinea (+7.2 p.p.) and Liberia (+1.9 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Benin (-27.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Benin ($X), Ghana ($X) and Guinea ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 87% share of total imports.

Ghana, with a CAGR of +17.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -9.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the import price increased by 10%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Ghana ($X per ton) and Guinea ($X per ton), while Benin ($X per ton) and Liberia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (-0.1%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for turkey meat in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of turkey meat consumption was Benin, accounting for 71% of total volume. Moreover, turkey meat consumption in Benin exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, sixfold. Guinea ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.6% share.

What are the largest producers of turkey meat in Western Africa?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of turkey meat production, accounting for 3,194,584% of total volume. Moreover, turkey meat production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, sixfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 574,012% share.

What are the leading suppliers of turkey meat in Western Africa?

In value terms, Benin remains the largest turkey meat supplier in Western Africa, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Togo, with a 1.5% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of turkey meat in Western Africa?

In value terms, Benin constitutes the largest market for imported turkey meat in Western Africa, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Guinea, with an 8.3% share.

What is the average export price for turkey meat in Western Africa?

The export price in Western Africa stood at $1,735 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 5.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for turkey meat in Western Africa?

The import price in Western Africa stood at $963 per ton in 2021, dropping by -19.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the turkey meat market in Western 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 1080 - Turkey meat

Country coverage:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo
Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western 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
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024