Fresh or chilled duck meat market in India

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, India's production of fresh or chilled duck meat rose from 41 457 t to 44 141 t, driven by traditional consumption in regions like West Bengal and Assam and growing urban demand. The promotion of modern duck farming practices supported this increase, although challenges with feed quality and farmer financing persisted.

Production stabilized around 44 000 t between 2021 and 2023. During this period, the expansion of online marketplaces provided broader access for small-scale farmers, while rising health consciousness among consumers boosted demand for duck meat as a lean protein. Major players such as Venky's Food Limited and Suguna Foods Private Limited strengthened their market presence.

In 2024, regulatory changes included a reduction in the basic customs duty on frozen duck meat imports from 30% to 5% and the implementation of stringent Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) safety standards for duck meat products. Government support for duck farm infrastructure and the expansion of modern retail channels continued.

Production fresh or chilled duck meat in India

In kind, 2017-2020, t

On a global scale, India ranked as the 14th largest producer of fresh or chilled duck meat between 2017 and 2020.

Top producers of fresh or chilled duck meat, 2017-2020

World map of production of fresh or chilled duck meat, 2017-2020

India's production of fresh or chilled duck meat grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 44 141 tonnes, maintaining stability compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production increased by 13.4%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 4.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in India in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports fresh or chilled duck meat from India

Exports in kind, t

The market performance showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Export volumes reached their lowest point in 2019 at 0.2 tonnes and peaked in 2017, with a difference of 332 times between these years. In 2020, India's cross-border shipments of fresh or chilled duck meat were recorded at 1.0 tonne, reflecting a dramatic year-over-year increase of 469.3%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 99.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from India in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Vietnam served as the primary destination for India's fresh or chilled duck meat exports, consistently accounting for 98.6% of total exports in volume.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from India in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Market behavior was characterized by volatility during these years. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 0.7 thousand US dollars, while the maximum occurred in 2017, with a 53-fold variation between these points. In 2020, the value of fresh or chilled duck meat exports from India reached 1.6 thousand US dollars, marking a 129.7% increase compared to the previous year. The largest decline was in 2019, at 96.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from India in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, the export market structure was highly concentrated, with Vietnam alone responsible for 95.9% of total exports in value terms.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from India in value, 2017-2020

Imports fresh or chilled duck meat to India

Imports in kind, t

India's imports of fresh or chilled duck meat declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports registered 38.4 tonnes, representing a 67.4% drop compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 53.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of -22.3%. The maximum value was recorded in 2018 at 119.4 tonnes, with the largest increase that year at 45.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to India in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the geographical pattern of imports in volume was dominated by Thailand, which held a 75.4% share of total flows, while other partners had relatively minor shares.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to India in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

The market displayed volatility over the observed period. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 122.4 thousand US dollars, while the maximum occurred in 2018 at 418.8 thousand US dollars, representing a 3.4-fold difference. In 2020, India's import volume of fresh or chilled duck meat amounted to 122.4 thousand US dollars, showing a steep reduction of 70.4% compared to the previous year. The largest increase was in 2018, at 39.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to India in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Thailand dominated the import partner structure in value terms, with a share of 79.1% of total flows; other markets had comparatively modest shares.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to India in value, 2017-2020