Fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders and cuts market in Norway

Earlier Report Observations

In 2018, Norwegian producers like Nortura focused on developing specialized pork brands such as Edelgris to enhance quality, though per capita pork consumption showed signs of stagnation. The market volume then surged to 27 463 t in 2019, before falling sharply to 16 375 t in 2020. A strong recovery to 25 420 t followed in 2021, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to partially closed borders and increased domestic meat demand.

The lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in 2022 contributed to a decline in meat sales, reducing the market volume to 24 320 t, while global logistics and energy crises impacted costs. By 2023, overall meat consumption stabilized, but consumer preferences shifted towards white meat like chicken, putting pressure on the pork sector and lowering the market value to 122.0 M $ US.

In 2024, total meat consumption in Norway fell to 54.9 kg per person, the lowest level since 2004. Despite this, the market for fresh or chilled bone-in pork cuts is characterized by growing demand for specialty and quality products, such as pork hams and shoulders, which supported the market value at 136.5 M $ US despite a volume of 21 188 t.

Production fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders and cuts in Norway

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In 2021, Norway's production of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts reached a value of 202.9 million US dollars, marking a significant 61.3% increase from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production grew by 35.1%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 10.5%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 125.8 million US dollars, with the largest decline occurring that same year at 34.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Norway in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Norway produced 25 520 tonnes of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts, showing a sharp increase of 55.9% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 23.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.4%. The minimum output was recorded in 2020 at 16 374 tonnes, while the maximum was in 2019 at 27 461 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2020, dropping by 40.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders and cuts from Norway

Exports in kind, t

The market exhibited significant volatility during these years. Export volumes peaked in 2021 and hit their lowest point in 2020, with a staggering 1 196-fold difference between the two years. In 2021, Norway exported 100.4 tonnes of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts, representing an extraordinary increase of 119 461.9% from the prior year. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at just 0.1 tonnes, while the largest decline occurred in 2019, falling by 97.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and Denmark were the dominant players in Norway's exports of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts, together accounting for 87.1% of total export volumes. The remaining share was distributed among various other countries.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Norway in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The market displayed notable volatility over the observed period. Export values peaked in 2021 and dropped to their lowest in 2020, with a top-to-bottom ratio of 767 times. In 2021, Norway's exports of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts amounted to 555.9 thousand US dollars, showing a remarkable increase of 76 606.8% compared to the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 0.7 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline occurring in 2019 at 98.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Norway in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Spain and Denmark remained the primary destinations for Norway's exports in value terms, jointly capturing 81.9% of total export flows. Other trading partners contributed much smaller shares individually.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Norway in value, 2018-2021

Imports fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders and cuts to Norway

Imports in kind, t

The data reveals irregular fluctuations, indicating a volatile market environment. Import levels varied significantly, with a 16-fold difference between the high in 2018 and the low in 2021. In 2021, Norway's imports of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts totaled 0.2 tonnes, down by 86.7% from 2020. The largest increase was recorded in 2020, rising by 43.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Sweden effectively monopolized Norway's imports of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts in volume terms, accounting for 100.0% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Norway in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

The data shows irregular changes, reflecting a volatile market environment. Import values peaked in 2018 and reached their lowest point in 2021, with a difference of 14.8 times between the two years. In 2021, Norway imported fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts worth a total that was 82.7% lower than the previous year. The largest increase occurred in 2020, rising by 38.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Norway in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Over the period from 2018 to 2021, virtually all imports in value terms of fresh or chilled bone-in pork hams, shoulders, and cuts to Norway were associated with Sweden, which held a 100.0% share of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Norway in value, 2018-2021