In 2023, France dominated the European import market for frozen goat meat, holding the lion's share at 50.05% by volume. Portugal followed with a 20.87% share, despite experiencing a minor decline of 0.35% year-on-year. The United Kingdom and Germany demonstrated a steady increase in their import volumes with 3.54% and 4.31% growths respectively. Conversely, notable declines were observed in Spain, Poland, Belgium, and Bulgaria, with declines as severe as 7.62%, 9.6%, 18.4%, and 24.34%, respectively. Sweden, Ireland, Malta, and Finland recorded significant increases, with Malta and Sweden leading with over 80% growth.
Future trends to watch for include the continued rise in smaller markets like Ireland and Sweden, which are experiencing significant gains, potentially reshaping the market dynamics. Monitoring shifts post-2023 data will be essential, particularly any changes in larger markets such as France and Portugal, along with emerging markets undergoing rapid growth.
Top countries in Import of Frozen Goat Meat Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 50.05 | 2023 | +0.26% | +5.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 20.87 | 2023 | +2.47% | -0.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 8.78 | 2023 | -5.61% | +3.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4.66 | 2023 | +3.94% | -0.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 3.15 | 2023 | +14.48% | +4.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.92 | 2023 | +16.59% | +12.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1.77 | 2023 | +0.17% | -7.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1.39 | 2023 | +4.37% | -9.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 1.22 | 2023 | +10.91% | -4.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.15 | 2023 | +16.24% | -18.4% | View data |