In 2023, France led European cow slaughtering at 589.08 thousand metric tons, despite a slight downturn by 0.68%. Germany, second at 334.77, saw a sharper decline of 2.24%. The UK improved marginally by 1.68% to 224.72. Italy and Poland also faced reductions, while Spain, at 118.67, capitalized with a 3.18% rise. Notable declines include the Netherlands by 2.91% and Belgium by 3.64%. Smaller markets like Slovenia and Montenegro experienced substantial growth, with increases of 5.72% and 15.75% respectively, contrasting drastic contractions like Macedonia's 43.26% drop.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased focus on sustainable farming could impact slaughter numbers.
- Market shifts driven by changing consumer demands towards plant-based diets.
- Potential policy changes at the EU level could affect industry dynamics.
- Technological advancements may streamline operations and impact volume.
Top countries in Cow Slaughterings by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 589.08 | 2023 | +3.15% | -0.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 334.77 | 2023 | +6.31% | -2.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 224.72 | 2023 | +2.05% | +1.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 167.01 | 2023 | -2.44% | -1.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 156.6 | 2023 | +1.42% | -0.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 138.76 | 2023 | +2.32% | -2.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 118.67 | 2023 | 0% | +3.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 117.74 | 2023 | -6.09% | -0.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 115.94 | 2023 | +1.28% | -3.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 64.54 | 2023 | +6.85% | -0.87% | View data |
