He chicken It has established itself as one of the most consumed meats on the planet due to its versatility and affordable cost compared to beef or pork. While global production continues to break records, in South America this protein is exceptionally popular, being an essential component in the diet. However, in a surprising turn, according to the Peruvian Poultry Association, Peru is the country that consumes the most chicken per capita in the region and Latin America, surpassing large meat economies such as Argentina and Brazil.
This is the country in South America that consumes the most chicken
The average consumption of chicken For each person in Peru it reaches an impressive 56 kilograms per year, a figure that is equivalent to more than a kilo of poultry meat weekly. This level places the Andean nation as the fourth largest consumer of chicken in the world. The growth is largely attributed to rising incomes in developing countries. South Americawhere the demand for affordable proteins continues to rise, consolidating chicken as the engine of global meat growth.
The impact of chicken on the Peruvian economy
The poultry industry in Peru is a fundamental economic engine, thanks to the sustained demand for chicken. This item concentrates 65% of the total value of livestock production, and chicken and eggs have established themselves as the main sources of animal protein in the country, covering more than 70% of national consumption.
The economic relevance of the industry chicken It is notorious, and that is why its impact can be summarized in the following points:
- Contribution to GDP
- Employment generation
- essential protein
- Gastronomic engine
While Peru leads, other South American countries also show important changes in their intake of chicken. For the first time in Argentine history, in 2024, the consumption of this bird exceeded that of beef, with an average of 49.3 kilograms of chicken per capita annually, displacing the traditional roast due to the rising cost of beef.
