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Meat consumption in the EU is rising again

Meat consumption in the European Union increased for the first time last year. On average, 66 kg per capita was consumed in EU member states in 2024. However, there are significant differences between individual member states. Meat consumption in Germany is significantly below the EU average.

Posted on May 06 ,00:15

Meat consumption in the EU is rising again

Since peaking in 2019, per capita meat consumption in EU member states has steadily declined. According to preliminary data from the Agricultural Market Information Company (AMI), the trend reversed for the first time last year. Average per capita meat consumption across the EU in 2024 was 66 kg, 2 kg higher than the previous year.

There are significant differences in consumption between individual countries: Per capita meat consumption is highest in Cyprus (88 kg), Ireland (87 kg), Portugal (85 kg), and Spain (85 kg). At 53 kg per capita, Germany is well below the EU average and is among the countries with the lowest meat consumption. In the long term, the AMI does not expect a further increase in per capita meat consumption in the EU due to changing eating habits.

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