The UK fresh pork carcasses and half-carcasses market is projected to experience a noticeable decline with volumes decreasing from 29.448 million kilograms in 2024 to 20.253 million kilograms in 2028. This equates to an average annual contraction rate of approximately 9.8% over the period from 2024 to 2028.

The market volume in 2023 was slightly higher than 29.448 million kilograms, indicating the onset of this declining trend. For future developments, watch for:

Shifting consumer preferences towards plant-based diets, potentially accelerating the decline.
Economic factors influencing the affordability and demand for fresh pork products.
Technological advancements in pork production that could affect supply-and-demand dynamics.