The price per unit of flours, meals, and pellets of meat in France from 2011 to 2019 exhibited moderate fluctuations, starting at 0.44 Euros per kilogram in 2011 and rising to 0.48 Euros in 2019. The period saw a general upward trend, with notable peaks in 2014 and 2015. From 2014 to 2016, there was a sustained increase, but prices dipped in 2017, returning near the 2019 ending value, which stood at 0.48 Euros per kilogram. As of 2023, the price per unit reportedly stabilized, reflecting consistent supply conditions and steady demand.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impact of climate change on livestock feed costs.
- Effects of regulatory changes on the meat processing industry.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives.
- Economic impacts of trade policies on meat import/export dynamics.