The forecast for UK poultry meat slaughtering shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at 1.2579 billion units in 2024 and reaching 1.3279 billion units by 2028. This reflects consistent year-on-year growth, with an average Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this period. In 2023, the actual slaughtering stood at a figure slightly lower than the projected 2024 value, indicating a positive upward trend in the UK poultry sector.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of consumer preferences towards plant-based diets on poultry demand.
Potential shifts in export markets due to changes in trade policies post-Brexit.
The role of technological advances in improving poultry farming efficiency.
Impact of environmental and sustainability concerns on production practices.