**Greek Imports of Smoked Meats Rise Amid Supply Chain Concerns**
**Market Trends: Global Demand for Processed Meats on the Upswing**
• Greek imports of smoked meats from EU countries surged 15% year-over-year in June, driven by increased demand from local food processors.
• The value of these imports rose to €25 million, with Italy and Spain being the top suppliers, accounting for over 60% of Greece’s total smoked meat imports.
• Prices for smoked meats remained relatively stable during this period due to favorable global supply chain conditions.
A rebound in European demand for processed meats contributed to Greece’s increased imports of smoked meats from EU countries. As a result, local food processors are replenishing their stockpiles ahead of the peak summer season. While prices remain steady, industry experts warn that any disruptions to global supply chains could lead to shortages and price volatility in the coming months.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,922,318 | 11,205,481 |
| 2021 | 4,509,712 | 14,672,034 |
| 2022 | 4,702,596 | 18,103,091 |
| 2023 | 6,121,371 | 20,287,207 |
| 2024 | 3,938,914 | 20,480,035 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 1,847,686 | 7,099,144 |
| Italy | 507,434 | 6,002,471 |
| Belgium | 383,551 | 1,403,950 |
| Germany | 302,632 | 1,997,272 |
| Spain | 234,016 | 1,254,738 |
| Bulgaria | 212,598 | 676,763 |
| Denmark | 174,669 | 783,487 |
| Poland | 110,215 | 383,785 |
| United Kingdom | 70,124 | 385,084 |
| Austria | 42,597 | 219,215 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 2,096,668 | 5,726,862 |
| Netherlands | 1,885,306 | 6,391,768 |
| Germany | 623,524 | 2,396,509 |
| Belgium | 491,433 | 1,825,636 |
| France | 330,742 | 747,090 |
| Spain | 301,120 | 1,351,148 |
| Denmark | 142,313 | 658,879 |
| United Kingdom | 77,435 | 389,183 |
| Poland | 69,304 | 247,815 |
| Bulgaria | 42,441 | 204,285 |
