The Lithuanian fresh whole chicken market fell notably to $X in 2024, shrinking by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Lithuania
In value terms, fresh whole chicken production fell remarkably to $X in 2024 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Fresh whole chicken production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, production remained at a lower figure.
Fresh Whole Chicken ExportsExports from Lithuania
For the third year in a row, Lithuania recorded decline in shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2024. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2024, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports fell remarkably to $X in 2024. In general, exports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Latvia (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Lithuania, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to Latvia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Estonia (X tons), threefold. Denmark (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume to Latvia stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Estonia (X% per year) and Denmark (X% per year).
In value terms, Latvia ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Lithuania, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Estonia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Denmark, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Latvia totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Estonia (X% per year) and Denmark (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, fresh whole chicken export price increased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2024 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Fresh Whole Chicken ImportsImports into Lithuania
In 2024, imports of fresh or chilled whole chickens into Lithuania shrank slightly to X tons, declining by X% compared with 2023 figures. Overall, imports showed a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2024, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports expanded to $X in 2024. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2024, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2024, Poland (X tons) was the main fresh whole chicken supplier to Lithuania, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Latvia (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Poland amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Latvia (X% per year) and Estonia (X% per year).
In value terms, Poland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Lithuania, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Latvia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Poland was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Latvia (X% per year) and Estonia (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, fresh whole chicken import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Latvia ($X per ton), while the price for Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Latvia (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2024 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 32% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2024 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 32% of global production.
In value terms, Poland constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled whole chickens to Lithuania, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Latvia, with a 3.7% share of total imports.
In value terms, Latvia remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Lithuania, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Estonia, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by Denmark, with a 1.2% share.
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $2,583 per ton, picking up by 3.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, fresh whole chicken export price increased by +38.6% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 91%. The export price peaked in 2024 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $2,624 per ton, growing by 7.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, fresh whole chicken import price increased by +88.4% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 30%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2024 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh whole chicken market in Lithuania. 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.
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