Consumption of meat in Venezuela has seen a significant increase, with each person now consuming between 8 and 10 kilos per year, a 25% rise from 2021. Despite a dip in 2020, when consumption was at 6 kg per person, national production has been able to meet over 95% of the demand. The livestock sector expects this growth to continue into 2023, with efforts underway to eradicate foot-and-mouth disease to further boost exports and access more international markets.