The forecast for horse meat slaughtering in Switzerland from 2024 to 2028 indicates a clear declining trend. In 2023, the actual slaughter value was 1.61 thousand heads. The forecasted values demonstrate a steady year-on-year decrease: -8.3% from 2024 to 2025, -8.3% from 2025 to 2026, -9.1% from 2026 to 2027, and -10.5% from 2027 to 2028.

The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the forecast period from 2023 to 2028 is approximately -9.2%, highlighting a persistent downward trend in horse meat slaughtering volumes.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential regulatory changes or animal welfare campaigns that may further impact slaughtering volumes.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative meat sources.
Economic factors that could influence the horse meat market.