In 2023, Papua New Guinea led the global game meat production value share, with countries like the United States and Nigeria following. The fastest year-on-year growth was seen in nations like Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo, while New Zealand experienced a notable decline. Over the past five years, the sector showed modest compound annual growth rates, with several African nations contributing significantly.
Looking forward, a critical trend to watch is the continued growth of this market in African nations, driven by increasing demand and culinary interest. However, sustainability and environmental impact considerations may shape future production and consumption patterns globally.
Top countries in Game Meat Gross Production Share by Country (Thousand US Dollars PPP = 2004–2006)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Papua New Guinea | 21.32 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 13.28 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Nigeria | 8.95 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ivory Coast | 7.85 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ethiopia | 4.56 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Democratic Republic of the Congo | 4.44 | 2023 | +0.078% | +0.062% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cameroon | 3.93 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ghana | 3.77 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Africa | 2.72 | 2023 | +2.05% | +2.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Morocco | 2.72 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.47% | View data |
