The forecast for beef meat slaughtering in Switzerland shows a gradual decline over the next five years. In 2023, actual slaughtering stood at a higher value. From 2024 to 2028, the slaughtering volume is projected to decrease from 601.17 to 588.7 thousand heads. This signifies a steady year-on-year decline. Specifically, the year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is approximately -0.53%, from 2025 to 2026 around -0.53%, from 2026 to 2027 about -0.52%, and from 2027 to 2028 close to -0.51%. Over the five-year period, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates a modest negative trend.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative proteins, policy changes leaning towards sustainable agriculture, and the impact of global trade dynamics on the meat industry. These factors could influence both domestic production and demand for beef in Switzerland.
