In 2006, a total of 74,687,100 tonnes of poultry, including all fresh, uncooked and unprocessed chicken, duck, goose, turkey and guinea fowl, were consumed across the globe, according to the latest research findings from Euromonitor International. The largest volumes of poultry were consumed in Asia Pacific, with China consuming the largest share of 17,486,500 tonnes. Leading markets in terms of per capita consumption also include the USA.
Elsevier Food International, Vol. 10, Number 1, February 2007 Euromonitor International
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