The European bullock and bull slaughtering landscape in 2023 is led by the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. Each country saw their numbers decrease, with Germany experiencing the largest drop among these leaders. Notably, Spain and Serbia bucked the general declining trend with positive growth. Conversely, the most significant declines were in Romania, Greece, and Denmark. Smaller markets like Montenegro and Iceland displayed notable growth percentages, potentially indicating emerging trends or market adjustments.
Key future trends to monitor include:
- The impact of changing consumer preferences on beef demand.
- Technological advancements in livestock management influencing productivity.
- Potential regulatory changes, particularly around sustainability and animal welfare, affecting slaughter rates.
Top countries in Bullock and Bull Slaughterings Share by Country (Thousand Units (Heads))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 14.38 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.48 | 2023 | -1.94% | -2.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.4 | 2023 | +1.8% | -2.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.79 | 2023 | +1.6% | -1.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 10.5 | 2023 | -0.038% | -0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 9.9 | 2023 | -0.5% | +5.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 9.88 | 2023 | -5.26% | -2.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.21 | 2023 | -0.022% | -2.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2.41 | 2023 | -1.38% | -0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.63 | 2023 | -1.07% | -2.36% | View data |
