Duck meat production in North America has seen fluctuations over the past decade, with an initial upward trend from 2013 to 2015 followed by some variability. Notably, production dipped in 2016 and 2017, rebounded in 2018, and remained relatively stable through 2020. An increase was observed in 2021, peaking at 76.32 thousand metric tons in 2023.
Analyzing recent years, the year-on-year variation was -0.94% in 2022 and 1.01% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was 0.91%, indicating modest growth. However, the forecasted growth indicates a stable increase, with a 0.8% CAGR and an overall growth rate of 4.07% from 2023 to 2028, reaching 80.47 thousand metric tons.
Future trends to watch would include potential impacts of evolving consumer preferences, increased focus on sustainability, and the influence of trade policies. Advances in farming technologies and shifts in dietary trends could also play significant roles in shaping the future of duck meat production in North America.
