The 2023 data indicates that Papua New Guinea leads global game meat production with 445.4 Thousand Metric Tons. The United States and Nigeria follow, with 270.71 and 205.46 respectively. Most countries experienced modest growth, with notable increases in South Africa, Republic of the Congo, Kenya, and Central African Republic. Conversely, New Zealand and Norway saw declines, while Iran had a significant drop of 41.72%. The five-year CAGR reveals steady growth in African countries, highlighting their increasing contribution to global production.
Future trends should focus on sustainable practices, potential market expansion in Africa, and technological advancements enhancing meat traceability and quality. Monitoring environmental policies and consumers' ethical preferences will be crucial.
Top countries in Game Meat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Papua New Guinea | 445,400 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 270,710 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Nigeria | 205,460 | 2023 | +1.63% | +1.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ivory Coast | 163,650 | 2023 | +1.05% | +1.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ethiopia | 94,820 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Democratic Republic of the Congo | 89,990 | 2023 | +0.098% | +0.099% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ghana | 83,530 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cameroon | 81,910 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Africa | 66,420 | 2023 | +2.78% | +3.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Republic of the Congo | 62,050 | 2023 | +2.73% | +3.1% | View data |