The forecasted import of rendered lard and other pig fat to Germany shows a gradual decline from 12.852 million kg in 2024 to 12.1 million kg in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.5% over each forecasted year. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -1.5%, indicating a consistent downward trend. As of 2023, the imports stood at a level slightly above the start of the forecast in 2024, suggesting a recent peak.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences, regulatory changes affecting trade, and potential technological advances in fat rendering that could alter production and import needs. Monitoring the global demand for pig fat and economic conditions influencing the agricultural sector will be crucial.
