In 2023, European cattle production saw varied growth across countries. Notably, Spain led with 1.9 million metric tons, supported by a 1.71% increase from the previous year. Ireland showed notable strength with a 1.94% rise. Poland displayed the highest growth rate at 2.38%, while Italy and Finland experienced declines of 1.78% and 5.98%, respectively. Bulgaria encountered the steepest drop at 7.65%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years suggests stable growth for Spain and potential recovery for stagnating markets like Italy.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological innovations improving yield and sustainability.
- Shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable beef production, affecting production strategies.
- Impacts of climate change on livestock health and feed availability, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe.
- Regulatory changes concerning emissions and environmental impact could reshape production scales.
Top countries in Cattle Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 1,900 | 2023 | +1.55% | +1.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1,430 | 2023 | -0.33% | -0.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 1,340 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 1,320 | 2023 | +2.42% | +2.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,150 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,080 | 2023 | -1.68% | -1.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 434.9 | 2023 | -2.86% | -2.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 407 | 2023 | -0.025% | +0.034% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 366.8 | 2023 | -0.027% | -0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 257.9 | 2023 | -0.23% | -0.3% | View data |
