The meat demand in China experienced fluctuations from 2014 to 2023, peaking at 92.94 million metric tons in 2023, with a notable decline in 2020 due to external factors. The year-on-year variations illustrated resilience, with the most substantial growth observed in 2021 at 5.84%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0.43%. Forecasts indicate steady growth, with meat demand projected to reach 95.44 million metric tons by 2028, reflecting a forecasted CAGR of 0.42% and a total growth rate of 2.12% over five years.

Future trends to monitor include:

Impact of economic growth on meat consumption patterns
Potential shifts to alternative protein sources due to health and environmental concerns
Effect of policy changes and trade dynamics on meat supply and pricing