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Spain: The meat sector consolidates its leadership in the agri-food industry

The Spanish meat sector continues to strengthen its strategic position within the agri-food industry.

Posted on Apr 03 ,00:25

Spain: The meat sector consolidates its leadership in the agri-food industry

According to the latest available data, the sector reached a total turnover of €41.337 billion in 2024, representing a 7.96% growth compared to the previous year.

This figure places the meat industry as one of the country's economic drivers, already contributing 23.1% of the total food industry turnover, according to data from the MAPA.

In addition to its economic importance, the sector stands out for its capacity to generate employment. It currently provides a total of 122,942 jobs, representing 24.6% of total employment in the food and beverage industry.

In terms of production, Spain has recorded a figure close to 1.5 million tons of processed meat products in 2024, consolidating its position as one of the European Union's leading producers in this area.

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