Top 10 Countries Leading in Meat Consumption: Where Does India Stand?
Global meat consumption varies significantly across countries, influenced by cultural traditions, economic factors, and dietary preferences. While some nations have high meat intake, others lean towards plant-based diets for religious, ethical, or environmental reasons.
A recent report by the Statista Research Department highlights the countries with the highest per capita meat consumption.
Countries with the Highest Meat Consumption
1. Lithuania (96%) – A nation where pork, beef, and chicken dominate diets.
2. Japan (95%) – Despite a strong seafood tradition, beef and pork consumption is on the rise.
3. Argentina (94%) – Known for its love of beef, Argentina has a deep-rooted steak culture.
4. Greece, Hungary, Norway (94%) – These countries have diets rich in lamb, beef, and pork.
5. Romania (94%) & Colombia (93%) – Both countries consume a variety of meats, including pork, beef, and chicken.
6. Portugal & Czechia (93%) – These nations round out the top 10 with high meat consumption rates.
India: The Country with the Lowest Meat Consumption
In stark contrast, India ranks the lowest in global meat consumption. A significant portion of its population follows vegetarian or plant-based diets, largely due to cultural and religious beliefs.
While countries like Lithuania and Japan have over 95% of their populations consuming meat, India remains at the bottom of the global ranking.
