Product Code: ETC13130645 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 190 | No. of Figures: 80 | No. of Tables: 40 |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Global Meat & Poultry Market was valued at USD 980 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1280 Billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 3.90% during the forecast period (2025-2031).
The Global Meat & Poultry Market is a robust and dynamic industry driven by increasing population, rising disposable incomes, and changing consumer preferences towards protein-rich diets. Key trends shaping the market include the growing demand for convenience food products, a shift towards healthier and organic options, and the rising popularity of plant-based meat alternatives. Major players in the industry are focusing on product innovation, sustainability practices, and expanding their global footprint through strategic partnerships and acquisitions. The market faces challenges such as food safety concerns, environmental impact, and regulatory scrutiny. As consumers become more conscious of their food choices, there is a growing emphasis on transparency in the supply chain and ethical sourcing practices. Overall, the Global Meat & Poultry Market is expected to continue its growth trajectory, driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements in production processes.
The global meat and poultry market is experiencing a shift towards plant-based and alternative protein sources due to increasing concerns about health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. Consumers are seeking plant-based meat substitutes, such as soy-based products and cultured meats, as well as innovative protein sources like insect-based products. Additionally, there is a growing demand for organic, antibiotic-free, and grass-fed meat products, reflecting a preference for healthier and more sustainable options. Opportunities lie in developing new plant-based protein formulations, expanding into emerging markets with rising meat consumption, and investing in sustainable and ethical production practices to meet the evolving consumer preferences in the meat and poultry industry.
The Global Meat & Poultry Market faces several challenges, including increasing consumer demand for plant-based alternatives due to health and environmental concerns. Additionally, concerns over animal welfare practices in the industry have led to calls for stricter regulations and transparency in sourcing and production methods. Rising production costs, volatile feed prices, and disease outbreaks such as African Swine Fever also pose significant challenges to the market. Competition from alternative protein sources, trade barriers, and shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable and ethically sourced products further add complexity to the industry. Adapting to these challenges will require companies in the meat and poultry sector to innovate, diversify their product offerings, and adopt more sustainable practices to remain competitive in the evolving market landscape.
The Global Meat & Poultry Market is primarily driven by factors such as increasing demand for protein-rich food products, rising consumer awareness about the nutritional benefits of meat and poultry products, and the growing trend of convenience food consumption. Additionally, changing dietary habits, urbanization, and rising disposable incomes in emerging economies are contributing to the market growth. Technological advancements in meat processing and packaging methods are also playing a significant role in expanding the market. Furthermore, the rising popularity of ready-to-eat meat products and the growing preference for organic and natural meat options are driving the market forward. However, concerns regarding animal welfare, environmental impact, and health risks associated with excessive meat consumption are potential challenges that the market faces.
Government policies related to the Global Meat & Poultry Market vary across countries but generally focus on food safety regulations, trade agreements, animal welfare standards, and environmental sustainability. Many governments have established stringent regulations to ensure the safety and quality of meat and poultry products for consumers. Trade agreements play a significant role in shaping market dynamics by facilitating exports and imports of meat products. Additionally, animal welfare standards are increasingly being enforced to ensure humane treatment of livestock. Governments are also implementing policies to address environmental concerns related to meat production, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable farming practices. Overall, government policies in the Global Meat & Poultry Market aim to balance consumer protection, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.
The Global Meat & Poultry Market is expected to continue growing steadily in the coming years due to increasing population, rising disposable incomes, and changing dietary preferences. However, the industry faces challenges such as sustainability concerns, health consciousness, and ethical considerations which may drive demand for alternative protein sources. Advancements in technology, such as lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives, are likely to disrupt the traditional meat industry and present opportunities for innovation and growth. Market players will need to adapt to evolving consumer trends, invest in sustainable practices, and diversify their product offerings to remain competitive in this dynamic landscape. Overall, the Global Meat & Poultry Market is poised for growth but will require strategic adaptation to meet changing consumer demands and regulatory pressures.
In the global meat and poultry market, Asia is witnessing significant growth due to the rising consumption of meat products, particularly in countries like China and India. North America remains a key player with a strong demand for processed and convenience meat products. Europe is focusing on sustainable and organic meat production to cater to the growing consumer preference for ethically sourced products. The Middle East and Africa region is experiencing steady growth driven by increasing urbanization and changing dietary patterns. Latin America is known for its strong tradition of meat consumption, with countries like Brazil and Argentina being major players in the global meat industry. Overall, the market in these regions is influenced by factors such as population growth, economic development, dietary preferences, and regulatory frameworks.
Global Meat & Poultry Market |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Global Meat & Poultry Market Overview |
3.1 Global Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Global Meat & Poultry Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Poultry Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Meat Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Global Meat & Poultry Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Global Meat & Poultry Market Trends |
6 Global Meat & Poultry Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Chicken, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Turkey, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Ducks , 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.5 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Pork, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Mutton, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Processed Beef, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.5 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.3.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Food-Services, 2021 - 2031 |
7 North America Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
7.1 North America Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2 North America Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4 North America Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.5 North America Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
8 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
8.1 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.1 Brazil Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.2 Mexico Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.3 Argentina Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.4 Rest of LATAM Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.3 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8.4 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8.5 Latin America (LATAM) Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
9 Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
9.1 Asia Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2 Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.1 India Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.2 China Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.3 Japan Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.4 Rest of Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.3 Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
9.4 Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
9.5 Asia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
10 Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
10.1 Africa Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2 Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.1 South Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.2 Egypt Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.3 Nigeria Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.4 Rest of Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.3 Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
10.4 Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
10.5 Africa Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
11 Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
11.1 Europe Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2 Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.1 United Kingdom Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.2 Germany Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.3 France Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.4 Rest of Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.3 Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
11.4 Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
11.5 Europe Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
12 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market, Overview & Analysis |
12.1 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.1 Saudi Arabia Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.2 UAE Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.3 Turkey Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.3 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Poultry Type, 2021 - 2031 |
12.4 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By Meat Type, 2021 - 2031 |
12.5 Middle East Meat & Poultry Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-Users, 2021 - 2031 |
13 Global Meat & Poultry Market Key Performance Indicators |
14 Global Meat & Poultry Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
15 Global Meat & Poultry Market - Opportunity Assessment |
15.1 Global Meat & Poultry Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
15.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market Opportunity Assessment, By Poultry Type, 2021 & 2031F |
15.3 Global Meat & Poultry Market Opportunity Assessment, By Meat Type, 2021 & 2031F |
15.4 Global Meat & Poultry Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
16 Global Meat & Poultry Market - Competitive Landscape |
16.1 Global Meat & Poultry Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
16.2 Global Meat & Poultry Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
17 Top 10 Company Profiles |
18 Recommendations |
19 Disclaimer |