Fresh or chilled duck meat market in Australia and New Zealand

Earlier Report Observations

The market for fresh or chilled duck meat in Australia and New Zealand saw steady growth from 2018 to 2021, with production increasing from 16 378 t to 17 314 t and market volume expanding from 15 905 t to 17 213 t. This rise was driven by consistent domestic output, as imports remained negligible throughout the period.

A shift occurred in 2022 when production fell to 16 759 t and market size dropped to 16 441 t. This decline coincided with global supply chain disruptions that affected availability and pricing, alongside the entry of new players like Singapore-based Meatiply, which introduced cultivated duck breast meat products as an alternative to traditional fresh meat. In 2023, the market stabilized with production at 16 827 t and market volume at 16 516 t, supported by the expansion of processed duck meat products that increased demand for fresh raw material and packaging innovations that helped maintain freshness.

Throughout the period, consumer preference for fresh duck meat remained strong due to its nutritional profile and food safety attributes, while the processed segment gained traction driven by convenience trends. Global movements toward sustainable and ethically sourced proteins also influenced the market's direction.

Production fresh or chilled duck meat in Australia and New Zealand

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Top producers of fresh or chilled duck meat, 2018-2021

World map of production of fresh or chilled duck meat, 2018-2021

Australia and New Zealand saw their production of fresh or chilled duck meat rise for the third year in a row. In 2021, output reached 17 314 tonnes, a slight increase of 2.3% compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, production grew by 5.7%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 1.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports fresh or chilled duck meat from Australia and New Zealand

Exports in kind, t

After two years of decline, fresh or chilled duck meat exports from Australia and New Zealand rebounded in 2021. Shipments totaled 104.5 tonnes, up 4.5% from the previous year. However, over the 2018-2021 period, exports fell by 77.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -39.6%. The lowest point was in 2020 at 100.1 tonnes, which also saw the sharpest drop of 57.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Hong Kong, the United States, and Papua New Guinea were the top destinations for fresh or chilled duck meat exports from Australia and New Zealand. Hong Kong accounted for 30.1% of exports by volume, the United States for 15.3%, and Papua New Guinea for 12.6%. Together, these three markets made up 58.0% of total export flows.

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

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of fresh or chilled duck meat exports from Australia and New Zealand declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports were valued at 460 thousand US dollars, a small decrease of 1.4% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, export value dropped by 62.2%, equivalent to an average annual decline of 27.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and Hong Kong were the leading markets for fresh or chilled duck meat exports from Australia and New Zealand in value terms. Papua New Guinea represented 25.3% of export value, Fiji 16.3%, and Hong Kong 8.9%. Collectively, these three destinations accounted for 50.5% of total export value.

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

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021

Imports fresh or chilled duck meat to Australia and New Zealand

Imports in kind, t

Import volumes of fresh or chilled duck meat into Australia and New Zealand showed significant volatility from 2018 to 2021. In 2019, imports peaked at 5.5 tonnes, but dropped sharply to nearly zero in 2020, representing a 5 509-fold difference between the two years. By 2021, imports recovered to 4.1 tonnes, a dramatic increase of 414 460.0% from 2020. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a 100.0% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, France and China were the primary sources of fresh or chilled duck meat imports into Australia and New Zealand, together accounting for 54.2% of total import volume.

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

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

The value of fresh or chilled duck meat imports into Australia and New Zealand experienced notable fluctuations during the 2018-2021 period. In 2019, import value reached a high of 30 thousand US dollars, but fell to nearly zero in 2020, a 3 099-fold shift. By 2021, imports rebounded to 11 thousand US dollars, surging by 115 681.3% compared to 2020. The most significant decline was in 2020, with a 100.0% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018-2021, China and France remained the top sources for fresh or chilled duck meat imports into Australia and New Zealand in value terms, jointly representing 58.4% of total import value.

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

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021