The UK duck meat slaughtering industry reached 14.17 million heads in 2023. From 2013 to 2023, the industry showcased a fluctuating trend, with variations reflecting annual peaks and troughs. The year-on-year variation between 2022 and 2023 was minimal at -0.25%, maintaining the slight decline from the previous year. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averaged at -0.33%, signifying a gradual decrease in slaughtering volumes.
Future trends suggest a consistent downward trajectory with a forecasted five-year CAGR of -0.21% leading to an estimated 13.98 million heads by 2028. Key factors to watch include consumer preferences, market demand, and potential regulatory changes affecting production methods and industry sustainability initiatives.
