In 2023, Norway holds the highest labour cost per employee FTE in the European meat and poultry sector, standing at 76.5 Thousand Euros, followed by Iceland and Belgium. Countries like Poland, Croatia, and Bulgaria reflect significantly lower costs. The disparity highlights the differing economic landscapes and labour market conditions across Europe. Notably, Germany, a major player in the meat industry, lags other Western European countries in labour costs.
Future trends to watch include wage inflation potentially driven by skill shortages and evolving regulatory frameworks. Automation and technological advancements might also affect labour costs by increasing efficiency and reducing reliance on manual labour.
Top countries in Meat and Poultry Meat Products Labour Cost Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 76.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 62.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 58 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 55.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 54.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 50.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 49.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 49.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 37.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 32.7 | 2023 | View data |
