Analysis of the forecast for horse meat slaughtering in Sweden shows a consistent and gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 5.15 thousand heads in 2024 and rising to 5.3 thousand heads by 2028, the sector is experiencing an incremental annual growth. This forecasted growth translates into an annual percentage increase of roughly 0.78% year-on-year from 2024 to 2028.
Looking back to 2023, the baseline stood at 5.10 thousand heads. The year-on-year variation from 2023 to 2024 is approximately 0.98%. Future growth averaged over the five years (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is projected to be around 0.78% per year.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential shifts in dietary preferences impacting horse meat demand.
- Legislative changes affecting the livestock industry.
- Environmental sustainability practices influencing meat production practices.
