The sold production of dog and cat food in the Netherlands saw notable fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. There were significant year-on-year variations such as a decline of 16.04% in 2013, a drop of 19.81% in 2014, and a substantial increase of 31.67% in 2015. More recent years showed relative stability with smaller fluctuations, such as a 2.5% increase in 2023. Over the last five years, the average compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) was -1.16%. In 2023, the sold production stood at 608.25 million kilograms.
Looking ahead, the forecast for the next five years shows a gradual increase, with a forecasted CAGR of 1.78% and a total growth of 9.21% by 2028.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Increased demand for premium and specialized pet food.
- Greater emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendly packaging.
- Potential impact of market consolidation and mergers.
- Influence of shifting consumer preferences toward online purchase channels.
