The European Prepared Pet Food sector shows Germany leading with a significant employee share, followed by France and the UK. Remarkable growth was seen in Slovakia and Latvia in 2023. Conversely, Lithuania and Iceland faced slight declines. Belgium experienced notable growth, while Ireland saw reductions. On a five-year basis, Poland and Hungary are showing an impressive upward trajectory due to favorable trends in the pet food market.
Future trends to monitor include the increasing automation and technology integration in manufacturing processes, which might influence employment figures. Additionally, sustainability practices and a focus on premium pet food products are likely to shape the labor dynamics in this sector. The impact of regulatory changes and evolving consumer preferences will also be critical factors affecting employment distribution across European countries.
Top countries in Prepared Pet Food Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.56 | 2023 | +4.84% | +3.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13 | 2023 | -0.031% | +2.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 12.28 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 9.53 | 2023 | +4.6% | +5.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.38 | 2023 | +3.08% | +3.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.14 | 2023 | +4.96% | +5.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.98 | 2023 | +6.46% | +7.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.16 | 2023 | +0.63% | +1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.52 | 2023 | +1.61% | +2.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.82 | 2023 | +3.88% | +4.31% | View data |
