In 2023, the actual chicken meat consumption in China stood at approximately 15.10 million metric tons. From 2024 to 2028, forecasts suggest a steady increase in chicken meat consumption from 15.28 million metric tons in 2024 to 15.98 million metric tons in 2028. This represents a year-on-year variation of around 1% over the last two years. Over the longer period of five years (2024-2028), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected to be approximately 1.1%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Population growth and urbanization effects on meat consumption patterns
- Changes in dietary preferences towards healthier and protein-rich foods
- Potential impacts of trade policies and domestic production capabilities
- Technological advancements in poultry farming and meat processing
