Analyzing the sold production of meat and poultry meat products in the Netherlands from 2013 to 2023 reveals some notable trends. The production volume peaked in 2017 with a notable increase of 28.78% year-on-year, but experienced substantial declines in subsequent years, like in 2018 (-24.31%) and 2021 (-22.03%). However, there was a moderate recovery from 2022 onwards, with a year-on-year increase of 2.75% in 2023, standing at 552.75 million kilograms. The CAGR over the last five years has been -5.09%, indicating an overall decline.
Looking forward, the projections from 2024 to 2028 suggest a stabilizing trend with an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.93%. By 2028, the production is expected to grow by 10.06% from the baseline year. Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based diets, advancements in sustainable meat production technologies, and potential regulatory changes impacting meat production and consumption.
