Employment in the Prepared Animal Feeds Sector in the Netherlands has demonstrated a general upward trend from 2013 to 2023, increasing from 6.47 thousand full-time equivalents (FTEs) to 8.67 thousand FTEs. The year-on-year growth has varied, showing notable advancements especially from 2018 to 2023 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.96%. The sector weathered slight declines and modest growths in the early years but accelerated from 2019 onwards. Looking forward, the forecasted 5-year CAGR stands at 2.26%, projecting the employment to reach 10 thousand FTEs by 2028, indicating robust and stable sector growth.
Future trends to watch for include increasing automation and technological advancements in animal feed production, shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable and organic products, and potential regulatory changes aiming at environmental impact reduction. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding future employment dynamics in the sector.
