Between 2009 and 2019, the price of fresh whole chickens in Spain showed moderate fluctuations, peaking at €2.59 in 2013, before stabilizing around €2.25 between 2014 and 2016. The prices rose again after 2016, with slight annual increases, reaching €2.4 in 2018, before dipping to €2.00 in 2019. This period reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2014 to 2019 of approximately -2.35% amid market volatility.
From 2023, the price per kilogram of fresh whole chickens in Spain experienced steady growth, driven by increasing demand for poultry and fluctuating feed costs. Although precise values for 2023 were not provided, it is expected to be above the 2019 mark due to recombinant trends observed in trade data.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of potential trade policies on poultry imports and exports.
- Effect of climate change on feed supply and poultry production.
- Consumer trends favoring organic and free-range chicken options, potentially driving up prices.
