Australia's meat and livestock sector is a cornerstone of its agriculture, spanning nearly half the continent and employing over 200,000 people.
France's meat sector is premium-focused, with poultry, pork, and beef key, valued for regional specialties. Production ~5.5 million tonnes annually, revenue US$49.71 billion in 2025, growing 2.83% CAGR.
Italy's meat and livestock sector is a vital part of its agricultural economy, renowned for high-quality products like prosciutto and Parmigiano-Reggiano-integrated meats.
Poland is a major EU meat producer, with the industry valued at around €30 billion, specializing in poultry, pork, and beef.
TheUnited States of America (USA) is the world's largest meat producer, with a diverse industry spanning beef, pork, poultry, and lamb. It drives economic value through massive scale, technology, and exports, though facing sustainability and health critiques.
The UK's meat sector produces ~4 million tonnes, revenue US$32.01 billion in 2025, growing 5.03% CAGR. Focus on poultry, pork, beef.
New Zealand's pasture-based industry, worth NZ$14 billion, focuses on sheepmeat and beef exports (>80-95% output). In 2025, slaughter down early due to high prices.
