Forecasts for pigmeat slaughterings in Switzerland show a gradual decline from 2.51 million heads in 2024 to 2.46 million heads by 2028. In 2023, the actual value stood at 2.52 million. Year-on-year variations reflect a slight decrease: -0.4% in 2025, -0.8% in 2026, -0.4% in 2027, and -0.4% in 2028. Over the last two years, the decline approximates to -1.2%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is -0.36%, indicating a modest overall decline in pigmeat slaughterings.
Future trends to watch for include changes in consumer demand for pork, regulatory shifts in livestock farming, advancements in alternative meat sources, and potential impacts of environmental policies on livestock production.
