The poultry meat slaughtering industry in El Salvador has shown a positive growth trajectory over the last decade, rising from 96.8 million units in 2013 to 133.38 million units in 2023. The year-on-year variation has generally exhibited steady increments, despite a minor drop in 2020 due to external factors likely linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the year-on-year growth in 2023 stood at 2.32%, with the industry demonstrating a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.62% over the past five years.
Looking ahead, the forecast for the next five years indicates a continuation of this upward trend, with a forecasted CAGR of 1.77% and an overall growth rate of 9.14%. By 2028, projected poultry meat slaughter is estimated to reach 149.21 million units. Future trends to watch include potential impacts from global supply chain dynamics, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable practices, and the ongoing implementation of technological advancements within the industry.
