The per capita consumption of frozen sheep meat in Denmark has shown a declining trend from 0.41 kg in 2013 to 0.26 kg in 2023. This represents a decrease of approximately 36.6% over the 11-year period. In recent years, the market remained relatively stable at around 0.29 kg from 2018 to 2021 before dropping to 0.27 kg in 2022 and further to 0.26 kg in 2023. The year-on-year decline from 2022 to 2023 was about 3.7%, while the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was approximately -2.2%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based diets, influencing further decline in frozen sheep meat consumption. Additionally, sustainability concerns and increasing awareness of environmental impacts may drive market changes. Monitoring trade policies and economic factors is crucial, as these could impact meat import and consumption dynamics in Denmark.
