The meat market size in Turkey showed consistent growth from 2014 through 2023, reaching 3.42 million metric tons in 2023. Observing year-on-year variations, noteworthy trends include a significant 8.39% increase in 2017 and more moderate growth in recent years, with an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.04% over the last 5 years. The latest period from 2022 to 2023 showed a 1.06% increase, indicating steady albeit slow growth.

Forecasts suggest that the market will continue growing at a moderate pace, reaching 3.59 million metric tons by 2028, with a 5-year forecasted CAGR of 0.77%, resulting in a total growth rate of 3.9% over this period.

Trends to watch for:

Shift towards sustainable and alternative meat products due to rising health and environmental awareness.
Growth in local production capacities and potential export opportunities.
Impact of economic policies and global market fluctuations on domestic meat prices and consumption.