European meat imports show Germany leading the list in 2023 with 2.31 million metric tons, followed closely by the United Kingdom at 2.26 million metric tons. The Netherlands, France, and Italy also import significant quantities. Germany's imports decreased by 3.56% year-on-year, while the United Kingdom and Poland saw modest increases. Romania and Lithuania showed notable increases at 3.24% and 5.06%, respectively. Norway experienced the highest growth at 19.86%. Longer-term trends depict diverse growth rates, with some countries such as Iceland and Switzerland showing substantial average growth.
Looking ahead, factors to monitor include:
- Potential shifts in trade policies and tariffs
- Changes in domestic meat production across European countries
- Future developments in sustainable and alternative protein sources
- Consumer behavior and preferences regarding meat consumption
Top countries in Meat Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,310 | 2023 | -3.31% | -3.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 2,260 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.093% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 1,770 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,610 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,580 | 2023 | +0.41% | -1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 910.17 | 2023 | +2.96% | +0.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 754.61 | 2023 | +1.87% | +2.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 613.49 | 2023 | +2.96% | +3.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 544.42 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 538.35 | 2023 | +1.09% | -1.22% | View data |
