South Korea Duck Meat Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Whole, Cuts, Ground, and Others), By Category (Frozen, Fresh, and Processed), and South Korea Duck Meat Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts To 2035

South Korea Duck Meat Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Duck Meat Market size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 3.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Duck Meat Market size is expected to hold a significant Share by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the South Korea Duck Meat Market Size is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by rising consumer preference for protein-rich meat alternatives, the popularity of traditional Korean duck dishes, and increasing adoption in both home and restaurant menus.

Market Overview

South Korea duck meat market is growing steadily because of evolving cooking practices, increasing health consciousness, and improved accessibility in the foodservice and retail channel. Duck meat is rich in flavor and nutritious in content of iron and protein and, therefore, a favorite among health-conscious consumers. Accompanying traditional dishes like roasted duck and smoked duck breast are prevalent in restaurants and increasing at home. Also increasing is the market advantage from improvements in packaging and cold chain logistics that have raised the availability of fresh and frozen duck products. The market does have its limitations like increased production cost, erratic supply chains, and lower awareness levels compared to chicken and pork.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea duck meat market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea duck meat market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South Korea duck meat market.

Driving Factors

South Korea Duck Meat Market is being driven by rising consumers' demand for variegated and appetizing protein sources, enhanced health consciousness, and a higher popularity of foods prepared from duck in mainstream as well as new Korean cuisine. Duck meat contains substantial iron and protein content, which is a favorite among health-conscious consumers. The rise in home cooking culture and upscale restaurants, also backed by enhanced cold chain logistics and e-commerce sales channels, has also supported the consumption and supply of duck meat products nationwide.

Restraining Factors

Obstacles to duck meat adoption are that it is pricier than more universal meat consumption, lower production levels, and fewer consumer familiarities with duck meat for everyday meals. Seasonal purchase patterns and supply chain volatility can influence consistent availability of the product. Additionally, promotional and educational initiatives are needed to develop broader use in mainstream food distribution channels.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea Duck Meat Market share is classified into type and category.

• The whole segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea duck meat market is segmented by type into whole, cuts, ground, and others. Among these, the whole segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period It holds large share as it is used for holiday meals and daily cooking. Duck breast and leg cuts find extensive use in restaurants and household cooking. Ground duck and processed duck are also becoming increasingly felt through value-added, ready-to-cook meat product demand.

• The frozen segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea duck meat market is segmented by category into frozen, fresh, and processed. Among these, the frozen segment dominated the market share in 2024. Frozen segment dominaes market share as fresh duck items are in demand for sale in high-end retail and local wet markets. Value-added duck foods in the forms of smoked, marinated, or flavored cuts are increasingly popular among consumers because of convenience and taste variety.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea duck meat market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Harim Co., Ltd.
• Orion Duck Co., Ltd.
• Chorok Duck Farm
• Dongwoo Farm Co.
• Jin Duck Co., Ltd.
• Lotte Foods
• CJ Freshway
• Sajo Group
• Farm Duck Co., Ltd.
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea duck meat market based on the below-mentioned segments

South Korea Duck Meat Market, By Type

• Whole
• Cuts
• Ground
• Others

South Korea Duck Meat Market, By Category

• Frozen
• Fresh
• Processed