In 2023, China led the global beef meat import market with a volume share of 18.05 thousand metric tons, while the United States and Japan followed with 11.7 and 6.44 thousand metric tons respectively. Significant year-on-year increases were observed in China's imports (2.38%), while countries like Russia (-7.05%) saw declines. Emerging markets such as Indonesia (3.37%) and Africa exhibited trends of increasing imports, pointing towards shifting meat demand globally. This aligns with diverse dietary trends and economic shifts.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports from Asian and African nations driven by rising population and economic growth. A focus on sustainability and food security may also guide international beef trade dynamics.
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 18.05 | 2023 | 0% | +2.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 11.7 | 2023 | -0.069% | +0.014% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 6.44 | 2023 | +1.01% | +0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Vietnam | 5.32 | 2023 | -1.2% | -0.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 5.01 | 2023 | +2.14% | +1.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 4.2 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.18 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 3.76 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.12 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Egypt | 2.99 | 2023 | +3.06% | +1.46% | View data |
