In 2023, global import of live sheep was dominated by countries in the Middle East with Saudi Arabia leading significantly, followed by Qatar and Kuwait. Notable increases in imports were seen in Azerbaijan, Ukraine, and China, whereas declines were observed in France, Bulgaria, and Ireland. Key European importers included Italy and Germany, while Asian countries like Malaysia also featured prominently, albeit with smaller volumes. Eastern European countries such as Poland and Belarus experienced significant growth in import value.
Future trends to watch include increasing demand from emerging markets, changes in trade policies, and the influence of local food consumption patterns on live sheep imports. Sustainability and animal welfare standards may also shape future import trends.
Top countries in Import of Live Sheep by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Saudi Arabia | 553,880,000 | 2023 | +0.25% | +1.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Qatar | 154,140,000 | 2023 | +3.78% | +1.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kuwait | 133,430,000 | 2023 | -0.068% | +3.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Israel | 82,927,000 | 2023 | +5.51% | +4.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Oman | 65,356,000 | 2023 | +2.79% | +4.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 58,606,000 | 2023 | -4.08% | -4.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Jordan | 56,804,000 | 2023 | +0.22% | +2.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Palestine | 52,564,000 | 2023 | +6.51% | +2.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Africa | 41,535,000 | 2023 | +4.84% | +4.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Arab Emirates | 32,187,000 | 2023 | +0.28% | +3.07% | View data |
