The United Arab Emirates leads global imports of fresh or chilled sheep carcasses and half carcasses, with a share of around 21.64%. France follows closely, demonstrating a strong annual growth rate of 5.02% in 2023. Other significant players include Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. Notably, Malaysia and Switzerland show a remarkable increase with growth rates of 13.84% and 30.2% respectively. Conversely, declines are witnessed in Qatar, South Africa, and Andorra, with the latter experiencing a substantial drop of 61.97%.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased demand from emerging markets as global meat consumption patterns evolve. Additionally, fluctuations in transportation costs and regulatory changes affecting meat imports may influence the market dynamics in the coming years. Attention should also be given to sustainability initiatives and consumer preferences shifting towards locally sourced products which could also impact import patterns.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Sheep Carcasses and Half Carcasses Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Arab Emirates | 21.64 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 20.91 | 2023 | +4.57% | +5.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Jordan | 13.65 | 2023 | +2.35% | +2.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Saudi Arabia | 11.02 | 2023 | +2.27% | +4.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bahrain | 8.55 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kuwait | 8.27 | 2023 | +4.86% | +3.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 7.63 | 2023 | +3.16% | +2.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Qatar | 2.24 | 2023 | -8.12% | -7.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Oman | 0.75 | 2023 | +5.09% | +0.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 South Africa | 0.6 | 2023 | -31.13% | -23.67% | View data |
