Austrians are eating less and less meat

Two-thirds of Austrians eat meat or sausage several times a week. In Austria, however, meat consumption is decreasing, and parallel to this, skepticism about alternatives. Experts draw attention to the fact that those who reduce their meat consumption also indirectly contribute to climate protection. Austrian meat consumption shows a decreasing trend. Two-thirds of Austrians ate meat or sausage several times a week last year, but compared to 2021, this proportion shows a decrease. At the same time, the consumption of meat alternatives is increasing, and there are fewer skeptics, according to an online survey of 1,000 Austrians conducted by the market and public opinion researcher Integral, commissioned by Iglo. With the Christmas period and the start of the new year, resolutions are on the agenda for many. Not infrequently, this includes less meat and/or alcohol consumption. "Vegan January" even has a name, "veganuár". In Austria, meat and sausages make up an important part of the ...