The duck meat production in Europe has shown a somewhat fluctuating trend from 2013 to 2023, peaking intermittently. In 2023, the production stood at 524.26 thousand metric tons. Notable variations include a sharp decline in 2016 and 2017, followed by a significant recovery in 2018. From 2019 onward, production exhibited moderate fluctuations, generally trending upward with a minor increase year-on-year. Analyzing the variations, 2022 saw a slight increase of 0.41%, with 2023 continuing this trend with a 0.4% rise. The 5-year CAGR until 2023 is -0.41%, whereas the forecasted 5-year CAGR is 0.32%, indicating a gradual growth expectation. By 2028, the forecasted growth rate is 1.63% yearly.
Future trends to watch for include the impacts of agricultural policies, consumer demand for poultry alternatives, and potential innovations in farming techniques that could influence production efficiency and sustainability. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for predicting future variations and trends in duck meat production across Europe.
