In 2024, China remains the largest producer of meat globally with 87.66 million metric tons, but recorded no growth from 2023. The United States follows with 48.03 million metric tons, seeing a modest 0.5% increase. Brazil stands at third with 28.59 million metric tons, achieving a 0.44% rise. Meanwhile, India and Spain both surpassed 7 million metric tons, with Spain outpacing India slightly. The overall trend shows a gradual increase in meat production across most countries, with notable growth in Pakistan (1.02%), Indonesia (1.0%), and Morocco (1.02%). Significant declines are observed in countries like Venezuela (-4.93%) and Ecuador (-0.15%).
Trends to watch in Global Meat Production include:
- Continued advancements in meat production technologies.
- Shifts towards sustainable and ethical meat production practices.
- Potential market disruptions from geopolitical factors and climate change.
- Rising demand in developing countries influencing production dynamics.
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 87,660 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 48,030 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 28,590 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 11,130 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 8,160 | 2023 | -0.16% | -0.066% | View data |
| 6 | 6 India | 7,430 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 7,420 | 2023 | +1.31% | +1.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mexico | 7,290 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Argentina | 6,120 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 5,570 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.16% | View data |
