In 2023, the number of persons employed in Austria's poultry meat processing sector stood at 2.04 thousand employees. From 2023 to 2024, the sector witnessed a year-on-year growth of approximately 2.45%. This positive trend continues annually with steady increments, leading to an estimated 2.29 thousand employees by 2028. This reflects an overall Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of roughly 2.36% over the five-year forecast period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements to improve processing efficiency, potentially impacting employment numbers.
Market demand fluctuations driven by consumer preferences for poultry meat versus other protein sources.
Regulatory changes surrounding food processing and labor laws.
International trade policies potentially affecting Austria's poultry meat export and import dynamics.
Economic factors influencing overall employment in the sector, such as inflation and wage rates.