The number of persons employed in the prepared animal feeds industry in the UK shows an increasing trend, growing from 16.51 thousand in 2024 to an estimated 17.03 thousand by 2028. This indicates a stable growth trajectory for the sector, poised with an upward momentum through the forecasted period.
Year-on-year employment growth remains consistent, with an increase of approximately 0.85% to 0.77% annually, suggesting sustainable expansion within the industry. Looking back from 2023, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period predicts a modest rise, reinforcing confidence in the sector's resilience.
Future trends to watch include increased automation, technological advancements in animal nutrition, and the impact of sustainability practices on employment dynamics in the animal feed industry.
