Uruguay - Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Meat Market Size in Uruguay
The Uruguayan meat market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a perceptible decrease. Meat consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Meat Production in Uruguay
In value terms, meat production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Meat production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
In 2022, the average yield of meat in Uruguay totaled X kg per head, growing by X% against the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the yield increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average meat yield hit record highs at X kg per head in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In 2022, approx. X heads of animals slaughtered for meat production in Uruguay; dropping by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, the number of producing animals continues to indicate a slight reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, this number attained the maximum level at X heads in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, producing animals failed to regain momentum.
Meat Exports
Exports from Uruguay
In 2022, the amount of meat exported from Uruguay dropped remarkably to X tons, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then fell markedly in the following year.
In value terms, meat exports fell slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, leveling off in the following year.
Exports by Country
China (X tons) was the main destination for meat exports from Uruguay, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, meat exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X tons), sixfold. The Netherlands (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for meat exports from Uruguay, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Meat Imports
Imports into Uruguay
In 2022, purchases abroad of meat increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.
In value terms, meat imports expanded notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest meat supplier to Uruguay, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, meat imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Paraguay (X tons), sixfold.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil amounted to X%.
In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of meat to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Paraguay ($X), with an X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled X%.
Import Prices by Country
The average meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil totaled $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (X%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the meat market in Uruguay. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- FCL 1108 - Meat of asses
- FCL 947 - Buffalo meat
- FCL 1127 - Meat of camels
- FCL 867 - Meat of cattle
- FCL 870 - Meat of cattle, boneless
- FCL 1017 - Goat meat
- FCL 1097 - Horse meat
- FCL 1111 - Meat of mules
- FCL 1158 - Meat of other domestic camelids
- FCL 1151 - Meat of other domestic rodents
- FCL 1035 - Pig meat
- FCL 1141 - Rabbit meat
- FCL 977 - Meat of sheep
Country coverage:
- Uruguay
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Uruguay
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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