Dark Poultry Meat: Global Trends and a Growing Import Market

Key players in the market: The United States and Brazil
stand out among the leaders in dark MEAT trading , with 36% and 32% shares, respectively. The United Kingdom and RUSSIA are also active, accounting for 12% and 8% of the total market. The largest importers of dark meat are CHINA and Japan , which demonstrate consistent demand for this product, opening up new opportunities for exporters. Given its growing population and rising incomes, China represents a strategically important market for supply.

Brazil and Other Countries:
As a leading exporter, Brazil is leveraging its advantages, such as low production costs and high product quality. Meanwhile, Thailand is beginning to establish itself in this market by offering alternative sources of dark meat, creating additional competition and potentially affecting pricing.

Russia as a growing player.
Russia has surpassed the United States and now ranks third in dark meat supplies to China. This was made possible by improving product quality and adapting to the demands of the Chinese market. Russian producers are actively working to expand their EXPORT opportunities, strengthening their position internationally.

Prospects and Challenges:
With growing demand for dark meat in Asia, trade volumes are expected to remain high in the coming years. However, changes in food security policies and economic uncertainty, which could impact trade dynamics, should be considered. Changes in sanitary standards and tariff policies could hinder access to key markets. Furthermore, shifting consumer preferences toward healthier diets could alter the structure of demand for meat products, requiring producers to be flexible and adaptive.

Dark poultry meat continues to retain its importance internationally, particularly in Asian markets. Given current trends and potential economic and political changes, it is important for market participants to closely monitor the situation and adapt to new conditions to maintain competitiveness and sustainable growth.