In 2023, New Zealand led the global export market for fresh or chilled boneless sheep cuts, followed by Australia and Ireland. Germany, the United States, and Luxembourg experienced notable reductions in export volumes, indicating shifts in market dynamics. Top growers included France, Portugal, and Greece, with significant year-on-year increases, while small players like Hungary and Croatia maintained stability. The United States faced a sharp decline, impacting its market position, while emerging exporters such as Greece and Switzerland's exports surged substantially.
Future trends to watch include the expansion of emerging markets, potential political and trade policy influences on established exporters, and growing demand in Asian markets, which may drive diversification and strategic changes in exporting countries’ trade agreements and practices.
Top countries in Export of Fresh or Chilled Boneless Sheep Cuts by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 New Zealand | 20,871,000 | 2023 | +2.12% | +2.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 15,981,000 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 15,848,000 | 2023 | +3.71% | +4.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 4,976,100 | 2023 | +2.72% | +3.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1,855,100 | 2023 | +2.88% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1,445,200 | 2023 | +4.42% | +7.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 547,320 | 2023 | +2.36% | +1.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 119,590 | 2023 | +5.98% | +4.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 108,620 | 2023 | -6.34% | -6.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Singapore | 102,070 | 2023 | +5.44% | +3.94% | View data |
