In 2023, Germany held the largest market share in the European meat market valued at €19.85 billion. France and Italy followed closely with €15.53 billion and €15 billion respectively. The United Kingdom and Spain rounded out the top five with €13.09 billion and €10.02 billion. Among smaller markets, Romania and Bulgaria showed significant growth, at 5.32% and 4.95% year-on-year. Remarkably, Finland experienced a minor decline at -0.02% while Germany saw a modest 1.76% growth.
Going forward, key trends to watch include the rise of plant-based meats, changing consumer preferences towards sustainability, and regulatory shifts impacting meat production and consumption. These factors are expected to shape the market dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Meat Market Size Value Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.85 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 15.53 | 2023 | -0.43% | +0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 15 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 13.09 | 2023 | +2.04% | +2.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 10.02 | 2023 | +1.18% | +2.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.39 | 2023 | +3.08% | +3.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2.88 | 2023 | -0.016% | +0.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2.34 | 2023 | +2.26% | +1.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.27 | 2023 | +1.65% | +2.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.04 | 2023 | +4.46% | +5.32% | View data |
