Chilean poultry exports rebounded in the first half of 2025, driven by the reopening of key markets. Meanwhile, the pork sector remained the primary growth driver, and domestic consumption showed a significant uptick. These results underscore the industry’s strength and the trust of domestic and international markets in the quality and safety of Chilean products.
According to figures from ChileCarne, chicken accounted for 36% of the total value of meat exports in the first half of 2025, thereby solidifying its recovery following the reopening of the Chinese market in December 2024. In the first half of the year, shipments increased by 18% in volume and 40% in value compared to the same period in 2024.
The United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico remained top destinations, collectively accounting for 72% of the exported value. China’s share increased to 7%, indicating a comeback since before the country closed its market in March 2023.
Pork remained the meat sector’s primary driver, accounting for 52% of total value, although it saw a slight decline of 7%. China, South Korea, and Japan continued to lead sales with 68%, while Latin America gained ground, with Colombia, Peru, and Costa Rica accounting for 13% of the total.
These figures underscore the importance of preserving Chile’s health status as a disease-free country, a fundamental condition for upholding the confidence of international markets and ensuring access to key destinations. Maintaining high biosecurity standards and preventing the introduction of diseases, such as avian influenza, is crucial for sustaining foreign trade flows and preserving the sector’s competitiveness.
As for production, chicken production grew by 5% compared to the same period last year, a trend that is expected to continue thanks to the lifting of restrictions in China, a key market for the diversification of Chilean poultry. Pork production remained stable compared to the first half of 2024.
In terms of per capita consumption, pork saw a 6% increase over the previous year, showing that Chileans continue to prefer this versatile, nutritious, and flavorful protein.
