Report: Global Meat Supply Doubled Since 1961, Poultry Up Sixfold

Global Meat Consumption Soars As Chicken Intake Jumps Six-Fold Since 1961: UN Report

FAO report finds global meat supply per person nearly doubled since 1961, poultry drives growth, critics say FAO avoids urging rich nations to cut meat despite climate concerns.

People now eat six times more chicken than six decades ago, UN report finds

UN report finds per capita meat supply has surged from 25 kg to 47 kg over six decades, with poultry consumption rising sixfold as experts warn of growing environmental costs and unequal access to animal-based foods.

Global meat supply quadrupled since 1961: Report

FAO says global supply of terrestrial animal source food has risen rapidly since 1961

Global meat supply quadrupled in 60 years

Poultry had most pronounced growth, followed by eggs and pork, while bovine meat was flat or declined.

Global meat consumption doubles as chicken intake jumps six-fold since 1961: UN Report

Global meat consumption has doubled since 1961, with chicken intake rising six-fold, as per a UN FAO report. The study also raised concerns over growing livestock emissions and environmental pressures linked to rising meat demand.

People eat six times more chicken than 65 years ago, UN report finds

The report found that average global meat supply rose from 25 kilograms per person in 1961 to 47 kilograms in 2022.