The market for frozen pork carcases and half-carcases in Bulgaria has seen gradual volume per capita growth from 0.35 kg in 2013 to 0.53 kg in 2023. The year-on-year variations show fluctuations but a stable upward trend with the past two years maintaining the same volume per capita of 0.52 kg in 2022 to 0.53 kg in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years from 2018 to 2023 reflects consistent positive growth in the market.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential changes in consumer preference towards more sustainable or alternative meat sources impacting demand for frozen pork.
- Impact of any regulatory changes or trade policies on pork import and export in Bulgaria.
- Technological advancements in freezing and storage which may affect quality and distribution efficiency.
