In 2023, China led global lamb production with 2.6466 million metric tons, followed by Australia and New Zealand at 0.76181 and 0.43636 million metric tons, respectively. Significant annual growth was observed in Chad (4.22%), Mongolia (4.34%), and Bolivia (4.38%), while New Zealand (-1.51%), Iran (-3.71%), and Syria (-4.17%) experienced declines. The CAGR over the past five years indicates stable growth in countries like China and Algeria, while downturns were noted in regions like France and Bulgaria.
Future trends to watch in global lamb production include potential shifts due to climate changes affecting grazing lands, advancements in breeding technologies, and changing consumer preferences towards sustainable meat sources. Monitoring geopolitical developments in key regions like the Middle East can also provide insights into production trends.
Top countries in Lamb Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 2,646,600 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 761,810 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 436,360 | 2023 | -0.92% | -1.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Algeria | 364,220 | 2023 | +2.1% | +2.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 India | 284,570 | 2023 | +0.96% | +1.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 283,160 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Pakistan | 266,710 | 2023 | +2.41% | +2.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 208,900 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Chad | 201,760 | 2023 | +3.41% | +4.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Morocco | 195,200 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.88% | View data |
