The market size of rendered lard and other pig fat in the Netherlands has shown a consistent downward trend from 2013 to 2023, with the value per capita decreasing from €8.63 in 2013 to €4.88 in 2023. This represents a significant reduction, highlighting a shift in consumer preferences or potentially increased competition from alternative products. The year-on-year variation over the last two years shows a decline rate, with a -3.3% decrease from 2022 to 2023 and a -3.4% decline from 2021 to 2022. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicates a consistent average decline of approximately -1.6% per annum.

Future trends to watch for include:

Continuing shifts towards healthier or plant-based fats could further impact the market size.
Technological advancements in fat processing that could potentially reverse or stabilize the declining trend.
Economic factors affecting consumer purchasing power, potentially influencing demand.