The global import market for fresh or chilled bovine carcasses and half carcasses in 2023 was dominated by the Netherlands, holding the largest share, followed by Italy, Portugal, the UK, and Germany. Italy, France and the United States experienced a decline in imports, whereas countries like Russia, Austria, El Salvador, and Saudi Arabia showed significant growth. Macedonia and Angola reported the highest year-on-year increases, driven by robust demand. Conversely, South Africa and Jordan saw notable decreases.
For future trends, watch for improvements in supply chain efficiency, shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative protein sources, and potential impacts of international trade policies on imports.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Bovine Carcasses and Half Carcasses Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 29.64 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.48 | 2023 | -3.68% | -3.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 8.55 | 2023 | +1.76% | +0.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.7 | 2023 | +1.15% | +2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 6.38 | 2023 | -1.19% | -0.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.93 | 2023 | -3.53% | -4.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.48 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.71 | 2023 | +0.12% | +0.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Russia | 3.05 | 2023 | +1.5% | +5.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Kuwait | 2.72 | 2023 | +3.1% | +3.19% | View data |
