Poland ranks among the world’s leading exporters of goose meat and edible offal, yet
domestic consumption remains minimal, revealing a structural imbalance between production
and internal demand. This study aims to provide a comprehensive economic assessment
of Poland’s foreign trade in goose meat and offal during 2020–2024, examining export
specialization, price dynamics, and market resilience. Using official data from the
Central Statistical Office (GUS), Eurostat, UN Comtrade, and the National Bank of
Poland (NBP), trade flows were disaggregated by CN product codes, destination countries,
and unit prices to identify key structural patterns. Results indicate that export
volumes remained largely limited by price responsiveness despite sharp price increases
and exchange rate fluctuations, confirming stable foreign demand. Exports were heavily
concentrated in Germany, which absorbed over 70% of the total trade value, while domestic
consumption stayed below 0.5 kg per capita annually. These findings demonstrate both
the competitiveness and the fragility of Poland’s export-oriented trade model, characterized
by dependence on a single market and limited domestic integration. The study concludes
that long-term food system resilience requires diversification of export destinations,
stimulation of domestic demand, and stronger alignment with sustainability goals.
A forthcoming second part will address environmental impacts and consumer awareness.
