The global import market for fresh or chilled lamb carcasses and half carcasses revealed diverse trends in 2023. Notably, Qatar led with substantial imports, experiencing a modest increase of 3.2%. European nations like France and Italy showed declines of 6.05% and 2.23%, respectively. Contrastingly, smaller economies such as the Czech Republic and Bulgaria witnessed remarkable growth, with the latter seeing a 38.66% surge. The United States also experienced significant growth of 20.22%, indicating rising demand. Overall, disparities marked the global scene, with some economies facing declines and others experiencing robust growth.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in the Middle Eastern and Eastern European markets as demand for lamb rises.
- Potential recovery in European imports with economic adjustments post-2023.
- Monitoring the impact of global economic factors on import volumes, particularly in traditionally low import regions.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Lamb Carcasses and Half Carcasses by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Qatar | 223,070,000 | 2023 | +5.21% | +3.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 173,230,000 | 2023 | -5.94% | -6.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 123,210,000 | 2023 | +4.39% | +3.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Arab Emirates | 94,176,000 | 2023 | +2.86% | +2.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 54,368,000 | 2023 | +5.17% | +2.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 52,707,000 | 2023 | -2.16% | -2.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 46,262,000 | 2023 | +0.22% | -0.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 28,535,000 | 2023 | +3.88% | +3.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kuwait | 21,218,000 | 2023 | +4.02% | +8.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 18,324,000 | 2023 | +3.29% | +0.74% | View data |
