In 2024, Singapore leads in livestock density with 60.39 livestock per hectare, indicating intensive livestock operations within limited land. Remarkable increases in density were noted in countries like Laos and Chad, suggesting rising industrialization in livestock farming. Steady rises in South Korea and Brunei also reflect similar trends, while Egypt saw a significant decrease, pointing to potential regulatory or environmental shifts. Geographically smaller, affluent nations display higher density, likely due to concentrated, technologically advanced farming practices.
Future trends include:
- Continued growth in industrial livestock farming in Asian regions.
- Potential regulatory impacts in countries with declining livestock density.
- Advancements in technology may increase density efficiently in space-constrained countries.
Top countries in Density of Livestock by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units Per Hectare | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Singapore | 60.39 | 2023 | +0.94% | +0.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brunei | 16.86 | 2023 | +2.24% | +3.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Trinidad and Tobago | 8.17 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bermuda | 6.17 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Barbados | 6.06 | 2023 | +1% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kuwait | 4.81 | 2023 | +1.26% | +2.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 4.71 | 2023 | +2.17% | +2.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Federated States of Micronesia | 4.32 | 2023 | +0.93% | +1.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.11 | 2023 | -0.24% | +0.049% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Qatar | 4.04 | 2023 | +1.25% | -0.49% | View data |