The Prepared Animal Feeds sector in the Netherlands has seen a steady uptick in employment numbers. From actual data, the number of employees increased from 7.25 thousand in 2013 to 9.54 thousand by 2023, showing significant growth. Year-on-year variations show a positive trend, particularly after 2019, driven by an 8.07% increase in that year. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) improved gradually, stabilizing at 3.92% for the past five years. Forecasts indicate a continued rise in employment, predicted to reach 11.02 thousand by 2028, with a CAGR of 2.29% from 2024 onwards.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in feed production that may affect employment levels.
- Global demand fluctuations influencing export-oriented growth.
- Policy changes regarding environmental sustainability impacting operational costs and labor.