Global meat production is expected to increase by 12% by 2033

Global meat production is projected to increase by 12% by 2033, reaching 388 million tonnes. This increase is about 41 million tonnes compared to the 2018-2020 period and will be led mainly by poultry and pork, leaving beef and sheep meat with more moderate growth. Poultry Dominance Poultry will be the main driver of the increase in meat production, with a projected increase taking production from 141.3 million tonnes in 2024 to about 160 million in 2033. This growth is largely due to high demand in developing countries, where low rearing costs and efficient feed-to-meat conversion encourage expansion. Despite this, the poultry sector faces challenges such as higher production density, which increases the risk of diseases such as avian influenza. Pork on the Rise The pork sector will experience the second largest growth, with an estimated production of 131.1 million tonnes by 2033, a significant increase from the 123.8 million tonnes expected for this year. The Asian market will ...