The European prepared pet food production value in 2023 saw Germany leading with €4.12 billion, followed by France at €3.54 billion. The UK, Spain, and Italy trailed with €1.84 billion, €1.33 billion, and €1.05 billion, respectively. Notable year-on-year increases included Serbia (14.86%), Bulgaria (15.2%), and Latvia (16.72%). Conversely, Ireland saw a slight decline of 0.25%, while Greece decreased by 0.68%. Estonia, Slovenia, Iceland, Croatia, and Latvia remained small players in the market, each contributing well under €1 billion. Overall, the market exhibited robust growth, particularly in smaller economies.
Future trends to watch include increased premiumization of pet food, driving higher production values in Western European countries like Germany and France. Additionally, emerging markets in Eastern Europe, such as Serbia and Bulgaria, are expected to show continued high growth rates. Sustainable and organic pet food segments may also contribute to growth across the region.
Top countries in Prepared Pet Food Production Value by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,120 | 2023 | +2.85% | +2.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 3,540 | 2023 | +1.95% | +2.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 1,840 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,330 | 2023 | +4.96% | +4.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,050 | 2023 | +1.88% | +5.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 922.7 | 2023 | +4.46% | +5.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 569 | 2023 | +6% | +10.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 517.7 | 2023 | +1.21% | +0.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 498.8 | 2023 | +2.23% | +3.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 455.7 | 2023 | +6.9% | +5.88% | View data |
