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Global Chicken Egg Market 2025

Chicken Egg Market Size

The global chicken egg market reached $X in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -1.0% against 2020 indices. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Chicken Egg Production

In value terms, chicken egg production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -4.8% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 40% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

China (X tons) remains the largest chicken egg producing country worldwide, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, chicken egg production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India (X tons), fourfold. The United States (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.7% share.

In China, chicken egg production expanded at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: India (+6.3% per year) and the United States (+1.8% per year).

Chicken Egg Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of chicken eggs increased by 1.2% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 13%. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chicken egg exports rose significantly to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 18%. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X tons), distantly followed by Poland (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Uzbekistan (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) were the key exporters of chicken eggs, together generating 62% of total exports. Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), the United States (X tons), Belarus (X tons) and Latvia (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Uzbekistan (with a CAGR of +17.3%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest chicken egg supplying countries worldwide were the Netherlands ($X), the United States ($X) and Poland ($X), together accounting for 41% of global exports.

Poland, with a CAGR of +13.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average chicken egg export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 8.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.1%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+7.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chicken Egg Imports

Imports

In 2022, purchases abroad of chicken eggs decreased by -2.9% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a five-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

In value terms, chicken egg imports expanded sharply to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) and Germany (X tons) represented roughly 29% of total imports in 2022. Belgium (X tons) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Iraq (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons). All these countries together held near 26% share of total imports. Singapore (X tons), Russia (X tons), France (X tons), Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons), Uzbekistan (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +29.7%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Iraq ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 31% share of global imports. Hong Kong SAR, Russia, Singapore, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, Saudi Arabia, France, Italy and Uzbekistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +25.7%, recorded 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 global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average chicken egg import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 16% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while Uzbekistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uzbekistan (+26.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chicken egg consumption, 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. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.
China remains the largest chicken egg producing country worldwide, 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.
In value terms, the Netherlands, the United States and Germany appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 46% share of global exports. Poland, Belgium, Spain, Turkey, Malaysia, China, France, Ukraine, Belarus and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
In value terms, Germany, the Netherlands and Russia were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 34% of global imports. These countries were followed by Hong Kong SAR, Iraq, Mexico, Belgium, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, France, Qatar and Syrian Arab Republic, which together accounted for a further 33%.
The average chicken egg export price stood at $1,954 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 16% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average chicken egg import price amounted to $1,863 per ton, rising by 4.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global chicken egg market. 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:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL 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. 8. GLOBAL 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. 9. GLOBAL 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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

  13. 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

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