In 2023, horse meat slaughtering in Poland stood at 18.2 thousand heads. The forecasted data indicates a consistent decline over the next five years, with figures dropping to 17.17 thousand heads in 2024, down by approximately 5.66% from the previous year. The downtrend continues with 16.19 thousand heads in 2025 (-5.71% YoY), 15.23 thousand heads in 2026 (-5.93% YoY), 14.29 thousand heads in 2027 (-6.16% YoY), and 13.37 thousand heads in 2028 (-6.44% YoY). Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated to be around -6.18%.

Future trends to watch for:

Decreasing consumer demand for horse meat due to health and ethical concerns
Potential policy changes regarding animal welfare which could impact slaughter rates
Shifts in livestock farming economics affecting horse meat production