In 2023, Denmark led European countries in meat processing labour cost per employee FTE with 78.3 thousand Euros, followed by Norway and the Netherlands. Countries like Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina had significantly lower costs, below 10 thousand Euros. The labour costs illustrated a broad range across Europe, indicating varying economic and industry conditions.
Future trends suggest a potential increase in labour costs, influenced by economic factors like inflation and wage demands. Automation and technological advancements may offset rising costs in developed nations, while Eastern European countries might see efforts to stabilize or marginally increase wages to retain workforce in the industry.
Top countries in Meat Processing Labour Cost Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 78.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 64.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 60.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 56.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 55.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 52 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 50.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 46.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 45.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 40.2 | 2023 | View data |
