The European prepared pet food sector shows substantial employment variation across countries. Germany leads with approximately 12,860 employees, followed by France and the UK. Notable growth appears in Slovakia with a 39.67% increase and Latvia at 34.08%. Belgium, Serbia, and Croatia also demonstrate significant employment gains. Some countries like Lithuania and Ireland face slight declines, while Iceland struggles the most with an 18.8% drop. The cumulative annual growth is positive across the board, indicating a general upward employment trend in the sector.
Looking ahead, the forecast suggests continued growth in workforce employment in the prepared pet food industry, driven by innovation and rising pet ownership. Key trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements on manual labor requirements and possible regulatory changes influencing production logistics and employment.
Top countries in Prepared Pet Food Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 12,860 | 2023 | +4.84% | +3.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 6,540 | 2023 | -0.031% | +2.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 6,180 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 4,800 | 2023 | +4.6% | +5.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4,220 | 2023 | +3.08% | +3.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2,580 | 2023 | +4.96% | +5.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 2,500 | 2023 | +6.46% | +7.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2,090 | 2023 | +0.63% | +1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 1,770 | 2023 | +1.61% | +2.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1,420 | 2023 | +3.88% | +4.31% | View data |
