How much does a whole sheep cost? ——Analysis of market conditions and hot topics
Recently, with the increase in holiday consumption and catering demand, mutton prices have become a hot topic. This article combines the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days to sort out the current mutton market conditions for you and analyze the key factors affecting prices.
1. Comparison of whole sheep prices in major regions across the country (unit: yuan/kg)
| area | Live sheep price | post-slaughter price | Year-on-year increase or decrease |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Mongolia | 36-42 | 58-65 | +8% |
| Xinjiang | 32-38 | 52-58 | +5% |
| Shandong | 40-46 | 62-70 | +12% |
| Henan | 38-44 | 60-68 | +10% |
2. Three hot factors affecting mutton prices
1.Rising feed costs:According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, corn prices have increased by 15% year-on-year, and soybean meal prices have increased by 22%, directly pushing up breeding costs.
2.Festival consumption stimulation:As the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day are approaching, catering companies have increased demand for stocking, and mutton purchases have increased by 30% month-on-month.
3.Changes in import volume:Mutton imports from January to August fell by 18% year-on-year, and exports from major supplier countries such as New Zealand and Australia shrank.
3. Price differences of different types of whole sheep (take 50 kg as an example)
| variety | total price of live sheep | Total price after slaughter | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small-tailed Han Sheep | 1800-2100 yuan | 2900-3250 yuan | The meat yield rate is about 45% |
| Dorper sheep | 2000-2400 yuan | 3500-4000 yuan | The meat yield is about 50% |
| goat | 1600-1900 yuan | 2500-3000 yuan | The meat is firmer |
4. Consumer purchasing suggestions
1.Pay attention to the place of origin:Prices in major producing areas such as Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang are usually 10-15% lower than in non-producing areas.
2.Choose the time:Purchases during the low price period from March to April each year can save about 20%.
3.Group purchase discount:Through community group buying or contacting the breeding farm directly, purchasing whole sheep can be 8-12% lower than the retail price.
5. Industry Trend Forecast
According to analysis by the China Animal Husbandry Association, mutton prices will remain high in the fourth quarter, and it is expected that there will be room for an increase of 5-8% before the Spring Festival. It is recommended that consumers with long-term needs consider locking in prices in advance.
Recently, the number of views of the topic # MuttonFreedom on social platforms exceeded 120 million, reflecting the public’s concern about the price of mutton. Judging from the data, the total price of a 50-kilogram live sheep ranges from 1,600 to 2,400 yuan, and the price of a whole sheep after slaughtering and processing reaches the range of 2,500 to 4,000 yuan. The specific price needs to be comprehensively judged based on the variety, place of origin, and purchasing channels.
The statistical period of the data in this article is from September 10 to 20, 2023. The price information comes from the market monitoring system of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and real-time quotations from major e-commerce platforms, and is for reference only. The actual transaction price may vary due to factors such as region and quality.
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