In 2023, the poultry meat slaughtering in Belgium stood at 310 million units. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady annual increase. The year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is 0.38%, from 2025 to 2026 is 0.38%, from 2026 to 2027 is 0.37%, and from 2027 to 2028 is 0.37%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is around 0.38%, reflecting gradual growth in poultry meat production.

Future trends to watch for:

Changes in consumer preferences, particularly towards plant-based proteins, which may impact demand.
Potential regulatory changes affecting poultry farming practices and trade policies within the EU.
Advancements in poultry farming technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Global market conditions and their influence on exports and imports of poultry meat in Belgium.