Key Market Indicators
Ireland’s livestock production is forecast to drop by nearly 7 million heads by 2026. Last year, the country was ranked 53rd for livestock production, with Afghanistan overtaking at 6.9 million heads. Brazil, India and the US were respectively ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Irish livestock imports are expected to reach $329 million by 2026, a 0.6% year on year increase. Since 1997, demand has risen by 0.2% annually. In 2021, Ireland was ranked 15th, with Israel overtaking with $317.7 million. Germany, Italy and the Netherlands were ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th.