Southern Africa's beef meat production showed fluctuation from 2013 to 2023, with an average growth. The production in 2023 was at 1.1729 million metric tons. This period displayed variability with a notable decline in output in some years, an abrupt fall in 2017, and steady growth toward the end of the period. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was 1.4%.
The forecast data from 2024 indicates steady growth in beef meat production, with an estimated CAGR of 0.8% leading up to 2028, expected to reach 1.2343 million metric tons by 2028. Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing investment in agricultural technology and infrastructure
- Impact of climate change on beef production
- Shifts in consumer preferences toward sustainable and ethical meat sources
- Regional trade policies and their effects on production dynamics
