The poultry meat slaughtering industry in Sweden has experienced varied growth trends. From 2013 to 2015, there was a robust annual increase, peaking in 2014 at 7.19%. Growth moderated somewhat between 2016 and 2017, followed by a slight decline in 2018. Despite this, the overall trajectory remained positive, marked by an increase of 4.34% in 2019 and a more subdued but steady rise through 2023, standing at 116.04 million heads, reflecting a 2.33% CAGR over the last five years. A slight dip in 2022 preceded a recovery in 2023.
Looking ahead, forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 projects continued growth, though at a modest pace with a forecasted 1.26% CAGR, culminating in an estimated 125.65 million heads by 2028. This indicates a 6.48% growth from 2023 levels.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of economic fluctuations on consumer demand.
- Technological advancements in poultry farming and slaughtering processes.
- Shifts in dietary preferences and rising health consciousness among consumers.
- Changes in regulatory policies and their effect on production practices.
