**Greece Sees Surge in Imported Horses Amid Summer Demand**
**Imports of live horses increase as equestrian events return**
• Imports of live horses (HS Code 0101) into Greece rose by 15% year-over-year in the second quarter.
• The uptick is attributed to growing demand for equine services and events, such as horse riding camps and festivals during the summer season.
• Prices for imported horses have stabilized at around €5,000 per head, reflecting steady supply chains from major exporting countries.
Greece’s imports of live horses continued their upward trend in the second quarter, driven by a resurgence in equestrian activities. As the country’s warm climate attracts tourists and locals alike, demand for horseback riding services has increased, prompting importers to bring in more animals. The stable prices for imported horses suggest that suppliers are meeting this growing demand, with no significant disruptions to supply chains reported.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 32,548 | 725,363 |
| 2021 | 879 | 84,695 |
| 2022 | 30,650 | 623,287 |
| 2023 | 255,827 | 395,818 |
| 2024 | 27,200 | 63,933 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 20,736 | 56,168 |
| Cyprus | 4,400 | 2,700 |
| Belgium | 1,200 | 1,864 |
| Italy | 863 | 2,813 |
| Spain | 1 | 388 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| France | 168,109 | 252,869 |
| Italy | 61,435 | 106,132 |
| Cyprus | 24,000 | 24,000 |
| Bulgaria | 1,900 | 8,300 |
| Netherlands | 290 | 4,073 |
| Germany | 91 | 330 |
| Czech Republic | 1 | 85 |
| Denmark | 1 | 29 |
