As of 2023, India's beef and veal consumption stood at approximately 3.03 million metric tons. The forecast for 2024 through 2028 is a steady increase, reaching around 3.21 million metric tons by 2028. The average year-on-year growth rate from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.3%. This growth reflects increasing urbanization and changing dietary preferences despite cultural and legal restrictions around beef consumption in India.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes, shifts in consumer behavior towards plant-based diets, and the impact of international trade agreements on market dynamics. These factors could significantly influence consumption patterns in the coming years.
