In 2023, the United States led global beef and veal production with 12.29 million metric tons, followed by Brazil (10.56) and China (7.5). Notable year-on-year variations include strong growth in China's production at 3.09%, Mexico at 2.31%, and significant declines in South Africa (-1.55%) and Colombia (-1.4%). Australia's production faced a slight decrease of 1.23%. Argentina, India, and Canada showed steady, moderate growth near or slightly above 1%. Israel experienced remarkable growth at 7.26%, driven by strategic expansions. On the other hand, Ukraine and Bosnia and Herzegovina saw substantial declines at -9% and -7.79%, respectively. Angola showed a notable increase of 35.37%.
Future trends to watch include increased production in developing nations with expanding agricultural sectors, technological advancements in livestock management, and responses to climate change impacting feed and livestock health. Sustainability practices and trade policies will also significantly influence production dynamics.
Top countries in Beef and Veal Meat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons (Carcass Weight Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 12,290 | 2023 | -4.65% | +0.057% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 10,560 | 2023 | +2.03% | +1.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 7,500 | 2023 | +4.46% | +3.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 4,440 | 2023 | +1.95% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Argentina | 3,220 | 2023 | +2.55% | +1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 2,220 | 2023 | +1.98% | +2.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 2,170 | 2023 | +15.55% | -1.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Pakistan | 1,930 | 2023 | +2.33% | +1.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 1,330 | 2023 | -5.81% | +1.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Russia | 1,320 | 2023 | 0% | -0.55% | View data |
