In 2024, the Estonian fresh whole chicken market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after six years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, saw a noticeable reduction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2024, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Fresh Whole Chicken Production in Estonia
In value terms, fresh whole chicken production rose significantly to $X in 2024 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Fresh whole chicken production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, production remained at a lower figure.
Fresh Whole Chicken ExportsExports from Estonia
In 2024, shipments abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken exports contracted slightly to $X in 2024. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Latvia (X tons) was the main destination for fresh whole chicken exports from Estonia, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, fresh whole chicken exports to Latvia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Lithuania (X tons), more than tenfold.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume to Latvia stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Lithuania (X% per year) and Finland (X% per year).
In value terms, Latvia ($X) remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Estonia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Lithuania ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Latvia amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Lithuania (X% per year) and Finland (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average fresh whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2024, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a mild 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 export price increased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2023 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined in the following year.
Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2024, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Lithuania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Latvia ($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 Lithuania (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Fresh Whole Chicken ImportsImports into Estonia
In 2024, purchases abroad of fresh or chilled whole chickens increased by X% to X tons, rising for the fourth year in a row after four years of decline. In general, imports, however, showed a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, fresh whole chicken imports soared to $X in 2024. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2024 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
Poland (X tons), Latvia (X tons) and Lithuania (X tons) were the main suppliers of fresh whole chicken imports to Estonia, together comprising X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2024, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
In value terms, Poland ($X), Latvia ($X) and Lithuania ($X) appeared to be the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to Estonia, together comprising X% of total imports.
Poland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
Import Prices by Country
The average fresh whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2024, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the last twelve-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Latvia ($X per ton) and Poland ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) and Lithuania ($X per ton) were 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, together comprising 32% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2024 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 32% share of global production.
In value terms, Poland, Latvia and Lithuania appeared to be the largest fresh whole chicken suppliers to Estonia, with a combined 95% share of total imports.
In value terms, Latvia remains the key foreign market for fresh or chilled whole chickens exports from Estonia, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Lithuania, with a 6.1% share of total exports.
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken export price amounted to $2,357 per ton, reducing by -3.7% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2024: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% 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 +51.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2023 an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $2,448 per ton, and then dropped modestly in the following year.
In 2024, the average fresh whole chicken import price amounted to $2,822 per ton, growing by 7.8% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2024, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.0%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 45% against the previous year. The import price peaked 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 Estonia. 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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