Chicken Meat Production Volume 2014

Chicken meat production volume measures the total output of chicken meat in metric tons per year across countries.

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Highest
United States
17.73M metric tons
Lowest
Nauru
4.03 metric tons
Median country
50,786 metric tons
Countries with data
194

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1
United States flag
United States
17,729,278 metric tons
2
Brazil flag
Brazil
12,504,387 metric tons
3
China flag
China
12,257,000 metric tons
4
Russia flag
Russia
3,769,693 metric tons
5
India flag
India
3,045,100 metric tons
6
Mexico flag
Mexico
2,879,686 metric tons
7
Japan flag
Japan
2,128,185 metric tons
8
Iran flag
Iran
2,033,000 metric tons
9
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
1,939,227 metric tons
10
Argentina flag
Argentina
1,934,000 metric tons
11
Turkey flag
Turkey
1,894,668.6 metric tons
12
Thailand flag
Thailand
1,756,536 metric tons
13
South Africa flag
South Africa
1,717,181 metric tons
14
Poland flag
Poland
1,468,615.6 metric tons
15
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
1,442,000 metric tons
16
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
1,415,515 metric tons
17
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
1,389,521 metric tons
18
Colombia flag
Colombia
1,359,153 metric tons
19
Peru flag
Peru
1,317,426 metric tons
20
Spain flag
Spain
1,209,069 metric tons
21
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
1,164,700 metric tons
22
France flag
France
1,141,610 metric tons
23
Philippines flag
Philippines
1,114,881 metric tons
24
Australia flag
Australia
1,103,069 metric tons
25
Canada flag
Canada
1,099,257 metric tons
26
Egypt flag
Egypt
1,035,000 metric tons
27
Germany flag
Germany
1,027,100 metric tons
28
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
987,000 metric tons
29
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
956,130 metric tons
30
Italy flag
Italy
919,545 metric tons
31
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
890,541 metric tons
32
South Korea flag
South Korea
713,000 metric tons
33
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
633,334 metric tons
34
Chile flag
Chile
567,004 metric tons
35
Taiwan flag
Taiwan
543,160 metric tons
36
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
525,000 metric tons
37
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
485,314 metric tons
38
Israel flag
Israel
481,967 metric tons
39
Morocco flag
Morocco
456,000 metric tons
40
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
451,022 metric tons
41
Belgium flag
Belgium
424,997 metric tons
42
Belarus flag
Belarus
412,000 metric tons
43
Romania flag
Romania
396,995 metric tons
44
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
307,181.66 metric tons
45
Algeria flag
Algeria
306,036.12 metric tons
46
Portugal flag
Portugal
274,504 metric tons
47
Hungary flag
Hungary
271,334 metric tons
48
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
268,794 metric tons
49
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
196,349.98 metric tons
50
Jordan flag
Jordan
192,130 metric tons
51
Greece flag
Greece
187,871 metric tons
52
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
187,704 metric tons
53
Yemen flag
Yemen
182,230 metric tons
54
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
180,600 metric tons
55
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
175,000 metric tons
56
Panama flag
Panama
169,449 metric tons
57
Denmark flag
Denmark
159,539 metric tons
58
Honduras flag
Honduras
156,136 metric tons
59
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
146,272 metric tons
60
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
144,500 metric tons
61
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
143,920 metric tons
62
Sweden flag
Sweden
135,160 metric tons
63
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
127,385.04 metric tons
64
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
126,335.1 metric tons
65
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
123,700 metric tons
66
Libya flag
Libya
120,674.16 metric tons
67
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
117,682 metric tons
68
Austria flag
Austria
113,966 metric tons
69
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
110,312 metric tons
70
Finland flag
Finland
106,060 metric tons
71
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
99,385 metric tons
72
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
99,293 metric tons
73
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
95,292 metric tons
74
Norway flag
Norway
94,759 metric tons
75
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
93,999.63 metric tons
76
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
93,543 metric tons
77
Singapore flag
Singapore
90,000 metric tons
78
Ireland flag
Ireland
88,099.77 metric tons
79
Malawi flag
Malawi
85,973 metric tons
80
Serbia flag
Serbia
85,552 metric tons
81
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
84,873 metric tons
82
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
83,020 metric tons
83
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
79,543 metric tons
84
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
74,452.93 metric tons
85
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
72,555.53 metric tons
86
Iraq flag
Iraq
70,000 metric tons
87
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
68,809.48 metric tons
88
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
67,044 metric tons
89
Senegal flag
Senegal
65,895 metric tons
90
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
63,631 metric tons
91
Uganda flag
Uganda
60,253.3 metric tons
92
Sudan flag
Sudan
58,000 metric tons
93
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
57,688 metric tons
94
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
56,840 metric tons
95
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
55,284 metric tons
96
Ghana flag
Ghana
54,809 metric tons
97
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
51,772 metric tons
98
Croatia flag
Croatia
49,800 metric tons
99
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
48,100 metric tons
100
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
47,500 metric tons
101
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
46,732.2 metric tons
102
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
46,661 metric tons
103
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
46,193 metric tons
104
Zambia flag
Zambia
46,127.72 metric tons
105
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
45,623.61 metric tons
106
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
43,431 metric tons
107
Nepal flag
Nepal
43,133 metric tons
108
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
38,480 metric tons
109
Mali flag
Mali
37,789.11 metric tons
110
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
35,408.75 metric tons
111
Angola flag
Angola
35,036.12 metric tons
112
North Korea flag
North Korea
33,727.15 metric tons
113
Cuba flag
Cuba
32,994 metric tons
114
Latvia flag
Latvia
28,700 metric tons
115
Guyana flag
Guyana
28,421 metric tons
116
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
26,914.28 metric tons
117
Laos flag
Laos
25,167.59 metric tons
118
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
24,809.32 metric tons
119
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
24,012.53 metric tons
120
Kenya flag
Kenya
22,000 metric tons
121
Fiji flag
Fiji
21,840 metric tons
122
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
21,488 metric tons
123
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
20,752.15 metric tons
124
South Sudan flag
South Sudan
20,000 metric tons
125
Estonia flag
Estonia
19,449 metric tons
126
Niger flag
Niger
17,506.26 metric tons
127
Belize flag
Belize
17,499 metric tons
128
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
17,399.08 metric tons
129
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
16,304 metric tons
130
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
16,011.1 metric tons
131
Togo flag
Togo
14,610 metric tons
132
Georgia flag
Georgia
14,600 metric tons
133
Barbados flag
Barbados
14,392 metric tons
134
Benin flag
Benin
12,834 metric tons
135
Albania flag
Albania
12,775 metric tons
136
Guinea flag
Guinea
12,655 metric tons
137
Liberia flag
Liberia
12,457.39 metric tons
138
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
11,022.02 metric tons
139
Armenia flag
Armenia
8,800 metric tons
140
Suriname flag
Suriname
8,401 metric tons
141
Haiti flag
Haiti
8,281.29 metric tons
142
Namibia flag
Namibia
8,217.86 metric tons
143
Iceland flag
Iceland
8,046 metric tons
144
Qatar flag
Qatar
8,006 metric tons
145
Burundi flag
Burundi
7,524.87 metric tons
146
Congo flag
Congo
6,541.25 metric tons
147
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
6,409.96 metric tons
148
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
6,404.91 metric tons
149
Chad flag
Chad
6,304.2 metric tons
150
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
6,285.26 metric tons
151
Oman flag
Oman
6,192.5 metric tons
152
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
5,927.56 metric tons
153
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
5,810.9 metric tons
154
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
4,640 metric tons
155
Malta flag
Malta
3,916 metric tons
156
Gabon flag
Gabon
3,910.63 metric tons
157
Somalia flag
Somalia
3,676.79 metric tons
158
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
3,453.21 metric tons
159
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
2,687.42 metric tons
160
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
2,612.62 metric tons
161
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
2,011 metric tons
162
Gambia flag
Gambia
1,884.97 metric tons
163
Eritrea flag
Eritrea
1,758.34 metric tons
164
Botswana flag
Botswana
1,700.08 metric tons
165
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
1,500 metric tons
166
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
1,458.37 metric tons
167
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
1,408.02 metric tons
168
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
962.65 metric tons
169
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
944 metric tons
170
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
943 metric tons
171
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
920.9 metric tons
172
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
866 metric tons
173
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
845.97 metric tons
174
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
826.86 metric tons
175
Grenada flag
Grenada
750.7 metric tons
176
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
611.27 metric tons
177
Comoros flag
Comoros
564.35 metric tons
178
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
517.84 metric tons
179
Samoa flag
Samoa
466.58 metric tons
180
Dominica flag
Dominica
361.12 metric tons
181
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
310 metric tons
182
Tonga flag
Tonga
289.59 metric tons
183
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
282.63 metric tons
184
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
245.34 metric tons
185
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
239.3 metric tons
186
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
233.8 metric tons
187
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
176.48 metric tons
188
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
158.59 metric tons
189
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
90 metric tons
190
Tuvalu flag
Tuvalu
56.39 metric tons
191
Cook Islands flag
Cook Islands
45.32 metric tons
192
Niue flag
Niue
22.34 metric tons
193
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
15.14 metric tons
194
Nauru flag
Nauru
4.03 metric tons

↑Top 10 Countries

  1. #1United States flagUnited States
  2. #2Brazil flagBrazil
  3. #3China flagChina
  4. #4Russia flagRussia
  5. #5India flagIndia
  6. #6Mexico flagMexico
  7. #7Japan flagJapan
  8. #8Iran flagIran
  9. #9Indonesia flagIndonesia
  10. #10Argentina flagArgentina

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

↓Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #194Nauru flagNauru
  2. #193Antigua and Barbuda flagAntigua and Barbuda
  3. #192Niue flagNiue
  4. #191Cook Islands flagCook Islands
  5. #190Tuvalu flagTuvalu
  6. #189Saint Kitts and Nevis flagSaint Kitts and Nevis
  7. #188Micronesia (Fed. States of) flagMicronesia (Fed. States of)
  8. #187Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flagSaint Vincent and the Grenadines
  9. #186Mongolia flagMongolia
  10. #185Luxembourg flagLuxembourg

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Insights by country

1

Serbia

In 2014, Serbia ranked #80 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume, producing 85,552 metric tons. This volume is relatively modest compared to leading producers like the United States, which dominates the market. Key drivers for Serbia's production include its favorable agricultural conditions and a growing domestic demand for poultry, supported by an increasing population and shifting dietary preferences.

2

Solomon Islands

In 2014, the Solomon Islands produced 282.63 metric tons of chicken meat, ranking #183 out of 194 countries. This production volume is significantly lower than many neighboring Pacific island nations, which often have more developed poultry industries. Contributing factors to this low output include limited agricultural infrastructure, reliance on imported food sources, and a small domestic market that restricts large-scale poultry farming.

3

Eritrea

Eritrea ranked #163 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume in 2014, with a total output of 1758.34 metric tons. This figure is notably lower than many neighboring countries, reflecting the region's varied agricultural practices and resource availability. Key factors influencing Eritrea's production include its challenging climate, limited infrastructure, and ongoing economic constraints that hinder the expansion of the poultry sector.

4

Ecuador

Ecuador ranked #37 globally in 2014 with a chicken meat production volume of 485314 metric tons. This production level is significant compared to regional neighbors, as it highlights Ecuador's strong poultry industry within South America. Factors contributing to this output include favorable climatic conditions for poultry farming and a growing domestic market that drives demand for chicken meat.

5

South Korea

In 2014, South Korea ranked #32 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume, with a total of 713000 metric tons. This production level is notable within Asia, as South Korea's output is significantly higher than that of neighboring North Korea, which has limited agricultural capacity. The country's robust poultry industry is driven by high domestic demand for chicken meat, influenced by changing dietary preferences and a growing population that favors convenient food options.

6

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka ranked #61 globally in 2014 with a chicken meat production volume of 143920 metric tons. This production level is notable compared to regional neighbors, as Sri Lanka has a more developed poultry sector than some South Asian countries, reflecting its significant domestic demand for chicken. The country's favorable climate and agricultural practices, along with a growing population, have driven the increase in chicken meat production to meet local consumption needs.

7

Haiti

In 2014, Haiti ranked #141 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume, with a total of 8281.29 metric tons. This volume is significantly lower than regional leaders, indicating challenges in meeting domestic poultry demand. Factors such as economic instability, limited agricultural infrastructure, and natural disasters have hindered the growth of Haiti's poultry industry, impacting overall production capacity.

8

Benin

In 2014, Benin ranked #134 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume, with a total of 12,834 metric tons. This production level is relatively low compared to regional neighbors like Nigeria, which has a significantly higher output. Contributing factors to Benin's chicken meat production include its agricultural policies and the reliance on smallholder farming, which limits large-scale poultry operations.

9

Iran

In 2014, Iran ranked #8 globally in Chicken Meat Production Volume, with a total output of 2,033,000 metric tons. This production level is significant compared to regional neighbors, with Turkey leading the region in chicken meat production. The growth in Iran's chicken meat sector can be attributed to its large domestic market, favorable climate for poultry farming, and government policies aimed at boosting livestock production.

10

Bahamas

In 2014, the Bahamas produced 6,404.91 metric tons of chicken meat, ranking #148 out of 194 countries. This production volume is relatively low compared to larger Caribbean nations, which often have more extensive agricultural sectors. The Bahamas' unique geography, consisting of numerous islands, limits large-scale farming operations, while its tourism-driven economy prioritizes other sectors over poultry production.

Analysis & Context

In 2014, the United States led the world in Chicken Meat Production Volume with a staggering 17,729,278 metric tons, while global production ranged from a minimum of 4.03 metric tons to a maximum of 17,729,278 metric tons. The global average production volume was about 519,613.07 metric tons, providing a broad perspective on production disparities across the globe.

Global Production Dynamics

The disparity in Chicken Meat Production Volume across countries in 2014 highlights significant economic and geographic factors. The United States, Brazil, and China dominated global production with figures of 17,729,278, 12,504,387, and 12,257,000 metric tons respectively. These countries benefit from vast agricultural land, advanced farming technologies, and robust domestic markets. In contrast, smaller nations such as Nauru and Antigua and Barbuda produced only 4.03 and 15.14 metric tons, respectively, reflecting limited agricultural capacity and smaller market demand.

Economic Impacts on Production

Economic factors play a pivotal role in determining chicken meat production volumes. For instance, Brazil, with its large-scale investment in agricultural technology and export-oriented policies, produced 12,504,387 metric tons of chicken meat, making it a global leader. Similarly, India, with a production volume of 3,045,100 metric tons, benefits from a rapidly growing domestic market driven by rising incomes and changing dietary preferences. Conversely, countries like Luxembourg, with a production volume of just 239.3 metric tons, demonstrate how smaller economies with limited agricultural sectors contribute minimally to global production.

Policy and Technological Drivers

Government policies and technological advancements significantly influence production capacities. Russia, for instance, increased its production by 313,054 metric tons (9.1%) due to government initiatives aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in poultry production. Thailand also experienced a notable increase of 145,915.20 metric tons (9.1%), driven by enhancements in farming practices and export strategies. In contrast, China faced a decrease of 329,000 metric tons (-2.6%), potentially due to challenges such as disease outbreaks and policy shifts affecting agricultural practices.

Year-over-Year Trends and Movements

The year-over-year changes in chicken meat production reveal significant trends and shifts. The average global change was 16,625.68 metric tons (4.3%), with Brazil and the United States leading in growth, increasing by 540,034 metric tons (4.5%) and 332,482 metric tons (1.9%), respectively. These increases highlight the expansion and efficiency gains in large-scale poultry operations. Meanwhile, countries like Poland and Saudi Arabia saw decreases of 48,684.40 metric tons (-3.2%) and 44,000 metric tons (-7.7%), respectively, pointing to potential economic constraints or shifts in domestic consumption patterns.

Overall, the 2014 data on Chicken Meat Production Volume underscores the influence of economic scale, policy, and technology on global production patterns. This complex interplay determines how countries position themselves in the global poultry market, highlighting both regional strengths and vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Meat Production Volume in 2014

Which country had the highest chicken meat production volume in 2014?

The United States had the highest chicken meat production volume in 2014, with 17,729,278 metric tons.

What was the average chicken meat production volume per country in 2014?

The average chicken meat production volume per country in 2014 was 519,613 metric tons.

Which country had the lowest chicken meat production volume in 2014?

Nauru had the lowest chicken meat production volume in 2014, with 4.03 metric tons.

What was the median chicken meat production volume in 2014?

The median chicken meat production volume in 2014 was 50,786 metric tons.

How many countries are included in the chicken meat production dataset for 2014?

The dataset for chicken meat production in 2014 includes 194 countries.

Which countries were in the top 3 for chicken meat production volume in 2014?

The top 3 countries for chicken meat production volume in 2014 were the United States, Brazil, and China.

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