The number of persons employed in the meat processing sector in France is projected to decline gradually from 2024 to 2028, indicating a steady decrease in employment over this period. In 2024, employment stands at approximately 47.49 thousand employees, falling to around 46.4 thousand by 2028. This reflects a year-over-year decrease of about 0.59% from 2024 to 2025, 0.57% from 2025 to 2026, 0.6% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.56% from 2027 to 2028, which cumulatively suggests a consistent downward trend in employment.

Future trends to watch for:

Automation advances impacting job availability and labor demand
Changes in consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives affecting industry growth
Regulatory shifts in labor laws, impacting employment policies
Potential efficiency improvements due to technological advancements