The employment in the meat processing sector in Belgium has displayed fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. Notably, there was significant growth in 2015 and 2019, with year-on-year increases of 7.37% and 10.53% respectively. However, certain years experienced declines, such as 2014 (-6.9%) and 2020 (-5.18%). The sector's employment saw a slight decline from 2021 to 2023, averaging an approximate year-on-year decline of -0.044% as of 2023, standing at 11.46 thousand FTEs.
Looking forward, the forecasted employment figures from 2024 to 2028 suggest a slight downward trend, with an anticipated average yearly decline (CAGR) of -0.03%. By 2028, the sector's workforce is expected to stand at around 11.44 thousand FTEs, indicating a minimal reduction of 0.17% over the forecasted period.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements potentially altering employment dynamics.
- Diversification within the sector, possibly affecting workforce requirements.
- Regulatory impacts from EU policies on meat processing and labor laws.
