In 2023, the UK's import of prepared or preserved meat amounted to 2.84 billion US dollars. Projections for the coming years show steady growth, with imports expected to reach 3.041 billion US dollars by 2028. Year-on-year growth percentages reveal an annual increase ranging around 1.4% to 1.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.5%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Evolving dietary preferences and sustainability concerns affecting meat consumption.
- Impact of trade and tariff negotiations post-Brexit on import patterns.
- Technological advancements in food preservation potentially influencing import dynamics.
