"The Meat Industry: Insights and Trends"
The meat production industry is a vital part of the Indian agricultural setup. According to a research, meat production in India is estimated at 6.3 million tons annually and is ranked 5th in the world in terms of production volume.
The nation has the world’s largest population of livestock at about 515 million.
Around 70% of Indians are non-vegetarian, consuming an average of 7.1 kg of meat annually. Chicken and fish are the most consumed, with over 3.9 million metric tons of poultry meat consumed in 2022-23.
This trend, driven by urbanization and rising incomes, signals strong growth potential in India’s meat industry.
