As of 2024, India leads the global cattle supply with 377.6 million units, followed by Brazil (242.37 million) and China (157.02 million). The United States, despite a slight decline, holds a substantial 124.99 million. Argentina (67.8 million) and Australia (35.3 million) also play notable roles. Smaller contributors include Mexico (26.39 million), Russia (23.93 million), and Canada (15.87 million). Other countries like New Zealand, Uruguay, Egypt, Belarus, South Korea, Japan, and Ukraine have varied but smaller cattle populations.
Year-on-year trends in 2023 indicate moderate increases in India (0.38%), Brazil (0.73%), and significant growth in China (2.77%). Mexico (1.65%), Egypt (1.72%), and South Korea (3.48%) also showed upward trends. However, declines were noted in the United States (-1.16%), Argentina (-0.54%), Russia (-0.77%), Canada (-0.52%), and Ukraine (-8.51%). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years shows varying rates of change among these countries.
Future trends to watch include the increasing cattle population in emerging markets like China, Mexico, and Egypt, coupled with potential declines in traditional leaders like the United States and Argentina. Additionally, sustainability practices and diseases affecting livestock could significantly impact global cattle supply dynamics.
Top countries in Cattle Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Heads) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 377,600 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 242,370 | 2023 | +0.31% | +0.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 157,020 | 2023 | +3.46% | +2.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United States | 124,990 | 2023 | -2.48% | -1.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Argentina | 67,800 | 2023 | -1.02% | -0.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 35,300 | 2023 | +7.94% | +0.014% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Mexico | 26,390 | 2023 | +2.39% | +1.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 23,930 | 2023 | -1.66% | -0.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 15,870 | 2023 | -2.67% | -0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 15,090 | 2023 | -1.46% | +0.058% | View data |
