The United States leads global veal and beef production with 11.8 million metric tons in 2023, followed by Brazil at 9.61 million metric tons. While the U.S. experienced a slight year-on-year increase of 1.09%, Brazil had a modest 0.42% growth forecast towards 2029. South Africa shows notable growth at 3.18%, despite its smaller production scale. New Zealand's output is slightly declining at -0.36%, while Indonesia, Nigeria, Ukraine, and Peru maintain steady increases, reflecting emerging market contributions. Nigeria leads smaller producers with a 1.36% annual growth rate, indicative of strategic shifts towards increased production capacities in these regions.
Future trends to watch include the adoption of sustainable farming practices to address environmental concerns and fluctuating consumer preferences shifting towards plant-based alternatives. Enhanced supply chain transparency and technological advancements in livestock management will also impact production efficiency and output quality.
Top countries in Veal and Beef Production, Forecast 2020-2029 by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 11,800 | 2029 | +0.63% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 9,610 | 2029 | +0.37% | +0.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russian Federation | 1,640 | 2024 | |||
| 4 | 4 South Africa | 1,160 | 2029 | +3.02% | +3.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 New Zealand | 656.9 | 2029 | -0.38% | -0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Indonesia | 450.66 | 2029 | +1% | +0.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Nigeria | 351.12 | 2029 | +1.35% | +1.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 342.67 | 2029 | +0.18% | +0.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Peru | 201.69 | 2029 | +1.03% | +1.33% | View data |
