The import of fresh or chilled beef and veal carcasses in Europe shows significant variation among countries. In 2023, the Netherlands and Italy led the imports, with slight to significant declines observed in most countries. Germany experienced the most notable decrease at over 11%. Belgium and Estonia, however, saw meaningful increases in their imports. Notable trends over the last five years include declining imports in major countries like Germany and France, with some Eastern European countries like Croatia and Bulgaria witnessing some growth due to smaller market sizes adjusting upwards.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of sustainability initiatives and changing consumer preferences towards plant-based diets. Trade policies and economic factors might also influence import patterns. Monitoring the shift towards organic or sustainably sourced beef can provide insights into future demand changes across different European markets.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Beef and Veal Carcases by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 203,080,000 | 2023 | +1.54% | -1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 190,620,000 | 2023 | -1.43% | -2.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 64,414,000 | 2023 | -1.9% | -0.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 48,928,000 | 2023 | -12.61% | -11.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 45,259,000 | 2023 | -0.5% | -0.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 42,255,000 | 2023 | +5.67% | +0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 31,733,000 | 2023 | -19.71% | -8.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 31,332,000 | 2023 | -1.5% | -3.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 26,125,000 | 2023 | +2.55% | +9.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 19,922,000 | 2023 | +0.078% | +1.8% | View data |
