The provided forecast indicates a consistent decline in donkey meat production in China from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 125.62 to 113.17 thousand metric tons. Comparing expected production in 2024 to the last actual figures available for 2023 is crucial, despite those figures being unavailable here. This trend exhibits an average annual decline, as evidenced by a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period.
Key future trends to watch include:
- Potential adaptation of other protein sources in response to decreasing donkey meat availability.
- Impacts of changing consumer preferences and market demands on traditional donkey meat consumption.
- The role of agricultural policies and regulations affecting domestic livestock production.
