The United States and China dominate global beef meat demand, with Brazil and Argentina following. The U.S. shows stable demand with a slight increase, while China's demand continues to grow. Notable fluctuations include significant growth in countries like India and Iran, though many European nations such as Russia and Italy are experiencing declining demand. Over the past five years, demand has generally trended upwards in Asia, contrasting with declines or stagnation in European markets.
Future trends to watch include Asia's growing beef consumption driven by increasing urbanization and income levels, and potential shifts in consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives globally, potentially affecting beef demand.
Top countries in Beef Meat Demand by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 12,200 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 8,500 | 2023 | +1.26% | +0.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 7,780 | 2023 | -0.039% | -0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Argentina | 2,640 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Pakistan | 1,940 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 1,910 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.084% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Russia | 1,810 | 2023 | -1.37% | -1.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 India | 1,500 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1,370 | 2023 | -0.22% | -0.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 1,280 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.8% | View data |
