In 2023, Australia led as the top exporter of sheep or goat meat with exports valued at $1.97 billion, followed closely by New Zealand at $1.85 billion. The United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Netherlands trailed as significant but smaller players in the market. Year-on-year growth indicates that Australia and New Zealand have consistently strengthened their positions as leaders in this sector.
Over the last two years, substantial growth is noted for the UK and Ireland, while countries like France and Ethiopia have shown potential growth trajectories, albeit from much smaller bases. The five-year CAGR reflects robust expansion in this market, driven by strong demand, especially from Asia and the Middle East.
Future trends to watch include increasing demand for organic and sustainable meat and potential trade policy changes affecting export dynamics. Asian markets are expected to push up demand further due to rising incomes and changing dietary preferences.
Top countries in Top Exporters of Meat of Sheep or Goats
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 1,970 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 New Zealand | 1,850 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 442.52 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 292.27 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 183.83 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 163.76 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 India | 125.34 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 114.2 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Ethiopia | 98.24 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 France | 69.04 | 2016 |
