The chicken meat slaughtering in Belgium has shown a fluctuating trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2023, the volume stood at 299.52 million heads in 2023, reflecting varied annual growth rates. Notably, 2020 experienced a significant year-on-year decline of 3.94%, while 2021 and 2022 indicated modest recoveries of 5.36% and 0.093%, respectively. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was -0.36%, revealing a slight overall decline.
Looking ahead, the forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a gradual stabilization with a five-year CAGR of 0.07% and a total growth rate of 0.37%. These figures suggest a relatively flat yet steady trajectory in chicken meat slaughtering volumes.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Potential impacts of climate change on poultry farming.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based proteins.
- Regulatory changes affecting the poultry industry.
- Technological advancements in meat processing and poultry farming.
- The influence of global health trends and pandemics on meat production and consumption patterns.
