In 2023, Italy led European exports of fresh or chilled beef and veal carcasses, constituting 32.99% of the market. Spain followed with a 19.47% share, showing a remarkable year-on-year growth of 8.03%. Germany ranked third at 17.39% but experienced a decline of 6.02%. France held 10.46%, facing a minor decrease, while the Netherlands and Poland had marginal changes. Significantly, Greece and Estonia showed notable spurts in growth at 16.28% and 96.37%, respectively. Minor players like Luxembourg, Bulgaria, and others maintained marginal shares.
With shifts in consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and trade policies potentially influencing demand, future trends to watch include growth in value-added products, advancement in cold chain logistics benefiting smaller exporters, and shifts in demand possibly favoring lower carbon footprint meat products.
Top countries in Export of Fresh or Chilled Beef and Veal Carcases Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 32.99 | 2023 | +43.47% | +6.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.47 | 2023 | +3.65% | +8.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 17.39 | 2023 | +1.76% | -6.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.46 | 2023 | -6.68% | -2.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.72 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.64 | 2023 | +1.22% | -1.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 3.52 | 2023 | -0.22% | -4.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 1.58 | 2023 | -0.6% | -1.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.2 | 2023 | +4.09% | +0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 1.13 | 2023 | -3.69% | +6.14% | View data |
