German Meat Alternatives Production Increased by 4% to 126,500 Tonnes in 2024

In 2024, Germany saw a 4.0% increase in the production of vegetarian and vegan meat substitute products, reaching a total of 126,500 tonnes. This growth trend has been consistent over the past five years, with the volume of meat substitutes more than doubling since 2019. The monetary value of these products also experienced a significant increase of 10.9% from the previous year, reaching 647.1 million euros in 2024.

Despite the growth in meat substitute production, traditional meat production continues to dominate the market in Germany. Even though the value of meat substitute products has been increasing steadily, it still lags significantly behind traditional meat production in terms of scale. However, the ratio between the two has narrowed over the past five years, showing a shifting trend towards plant-based alternatives in the German market.