In 2023, Italy led European imports of fresh or chilled hams, shoulders, and cuts of pig meat with 549.93 million kilograms, despite a slight decline of 1.68% from 2022. Poland and the UK followed, showing stable or minor fluctuations in volumes. Germany experienced a significant decrease of 9.29%. Slovakia and Denmark showed notable growth, with Slovakia increasing by 4.42% and Denmark by 15.96%. Conversely, Spain, Greece, and Portugal faced declines, with Spain at -7.78%. Over the last five years, imports have demonstrated varied changes, with some countries maintaining steady growth while others have contracted.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports driven by economic recovery or dietary shifts, particularly in countries like Denmark, showing strong growth. However, countries experiencing declines, such as Germany, may require strategic pivots to revive import levels. Focus on trade policy changes and environmental regulations could also shape future import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Hams, Shoulders and Cuts of Pig Meat by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 549,930,000 | 2023 | -0.65% | -1.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 242,720,000 | 2023 | +2.89% | +1.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 119,880,000 | 2023 | +1.2% | -0.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 79,102,000 | 2023 | -12.54% | -9.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 54,957,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 47,672,000 | 2023 | +4.46% | +4.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 36,951,000 | 2023 | -5.32% | -4.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 24,515,000 | 2023 | +5.8% | -1.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 20,025,000 | 2023 | +2.78% | -0.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 20,021,000 | 2023 | +2.27% | -1.04% | View data |
