How much eggs do United States produce and export?
United States is the 4th largest producer of eggs: 6.5 million tonnes in 2024, 7.2% of the world's 89.3 million tonnes (FAOSTAT). It is the 2nd largest exporter by value: $616.4 million in 2024, 10% of world exports of eggs (HS 0407) (CEPII BACI). Its biggest customer is Canada, which takes 35% of its eggs exports by value.
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United States's eggs production
| World rank | Production (tonnes) | Share of world | Ten-year growth | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 6.5 million tonnes | 7.2% | +0.8% a year | 2024 |
FAOSTAT Crops and livestock products (QCL), 2024. World total is the sum of reporting countries.
Share of world output over time
| 1990 | 2000 | 2010 | 2020 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12% | 9.8% | 8.4% | 7.9% | 7.2% |
United States's eggs exports
| World rank | Export value | Share of world exports | Quantity (tonnes) | Average value per tonne | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | $616.4 million | 10% | 175,220 t | $3,518 | 2024 |
CEPII BACI international trade database (HS22, V202601), HS 0407 (Birds’ eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked).
Where United States's eggs goes
| Destination | Value | Share of United States's exports |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $216M | 35% |
| Mexico | $142M | 23% |
| Jamaica | $48M | 7.8% |
| Brazil | $44M | 7.2% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $25M | 4% |
How much eggs United States uses
United States's domestic supply of eggs was 6.4 million tonnes in 2023, 6.7% of the world's. Food supply was 16 kg per person a year, 16th highest of 142 countries with a million or more people. It produced 103% of what it used (self-sufficiency) and imported 0%. FAO's item is "Eggs". Consumption · Self-sufficiency.
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