The import of live horses, excluding pure-bred breeding, to the UK is experiencing a steady decrease over the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 4.8356 million USD in 2024, it declines to 4.1865 million USD by 2028, showing a yearly average decrease of approximately 3.6%. As of 2023, the imports were at 5 million USD, highlighting a declining trend attributed to potential market saturation and increased regulatory actions affecting imports.
Future trends to watch include regulatory changes impacting trade, shifts in equestrian sports demand, and economic factors influencing horse importation costs.
Additionally, global animal welfare standards may shift the landscape for importing live animals.
