Key Market Indicators
British imports of livestock are forecast to reach $755 million by 2026, growing at an average rate of 0.6% year on year. Since 1998, demand has increased by 3.7% annually. In 2021, the UK was the sixth largest importer of livestock, behind Poland. Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands respectively ranked second, third, and fourth. Livestock production in Britain is expected to drop to 15.5 million heads by 2026, down 0.1% year on year on average. Since 1966, supply has grown by 0.1% year on year. In 2021, the UK was the 24th largest producer of livestock, behind Spain. Brazil, India, and the United States respectively ranked second, third, and fourth.
