In 2023, France led in organic cattle for slaughtering with a notable 19.33% increase. Italy and Portugal also saw substantial growth at 11.91% and 9.24%, respectively. Conversely, the United Kingdom and Austria experienced declines by -4.0% and -1.5%. Smaller countries like Slovakia and Hungary showed double-digit growth at 17.98% and 10.56%, while Montenegro surged impressively by 50.81% despite its smaller scale.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential for increased organic cattle production as consumer demand for organic products grows.
- The impact of environmental policies and subsidies on organic farming in the EU.
- Technological advancements enhancing efficiency in organic cattle farming.
Top countries in Number of Organic Cattle for Slaughtering by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Heads) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 465,880 | 2023 | +20.25% | +19.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 293,170 | 2023 | +7.53% | +11.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 210,830 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 139,600 | 2023 | +3.74% | +3.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 125,510 | 2023 | +6.94% | +8.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 109,610 | 2023 | +7.52% | +9.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 94,690 | 2023 | -0.44% | -4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 76,380 | 2023 | +5.59% | +9.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 47,020 | 2023 | 0% | -0.071% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 38,850 | 2023 | +4.4% | +6.04% | View data |