In 2024, the European meat processing production value shows significant divergence among countries. Spain leads with a value of 18.59 billion Euros, followed closely by Germany (16.42 billion) and France (13.27 billion). Italy and the United Kingdom round out the top five with values of 10.41 and 9.57 billion Euros, respectively. Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and other countries contribute smaller values, with Romania, Serbia, and Bulgaria reflecting the lower spectrum of the production value. Noteworthy year-on-year changes from 2023 include Spain's robust growth (8.8%), Germany's marginal increase (1.94%), and a decline in France (-1.38%). Notable improvements were seen in Bulgaria (4.37%) and Lithuania (4.98%), while Ireland saw a steep decline (-13.44%).
Looking ahead, the European meat processing industry may see trends influenced by changing consumer preferences, technological advances, and regulatory shifts. Countries like Spain and Germany are likely to sustain growth, while others with smaller production values might focus on efficiency and innovations to drive market share.
Top countries in Meat Processing Production Value by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 18,590 | 2023 | +6.77% | +8.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16,420 | 2023 | +0.46% | +1.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13,270 | 2023 | -1.37% | -1.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10,410 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9,570 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6,950 | 2023 | +2.05% | +1.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4,380 | 2023 | +2.54% | +0.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3,220 | 2023 | +3.57% | +3.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2,880 | 2023 | -1.42% | -1.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 2,540 | 2023 | -4.2% | -0.5% | View data |
