Cows are one of the largest meat-producing animals in the world

The animal species that produce the most meat in the world are pigs, followed closely by poultry (chickens and turkeys), and then cattle (beef and buffalo meat).

According to global meat production data, pigs account for the largest share of meat production, with poultry and cattle coming in second and third, respectively. This is likely due to the fact that pigs and poultry have faster growth rates and can be raised more efficiently than cattle.

Here's a rough breakdown of global meat production by animal species:

- Pigs: 36-40% of global meat production

- Poultry: 30-34% of global meat production

- Cattle: 20-24% of global meat production

- Sheep and goats: 5-7% of global meat production

-Other animals: 1-3% of global meat production

It's worth noting that these numbers can vary depending on factors like region, culture, and market trends. However, overall, pigs, poultry, and cattle are the top three meat-producing animal species globally

Meat production and consumption in the world is: 1) Pork, 2) Chicken and 3) Beef.

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Thank you Kannan Velasamy for this importnat reference.

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According to FAO 2022,poultry produces most meat followed by pigs and cattle