The line graph below shows the consumption of 4 kinds of meat in a European country from 1979 to 2004.
The line graph illustrates the consumption trends of four types of meat in a European country from 1979 to 2004.
It is evident that there was a dramatic shift in meat consumption patterns during this period. Chicken consumption surged, surpassing all other meats by 2004, while beef and lamb saw notable declines. Fish, on the other hand, remained consistently the least consumed over the period.
In the early years, beef was the most popular meat, with consumption peaking in 1984. However, its popularity dropped sharply from the early 1990s, reaching about 100 grams per person per week by the end of the period. Lamb consumption followed a similar downward trend, decreasing steadily throughout the years.
Conversely, chicken consumption began at 150 grams per person per week and rose steadily, overtaking beef by the mid-1990s and continuing to climb, reaching 250 grams by 2004. Fish consumption remained relatively stable, averaging around 50 grams per person per week.
Overall, dietary preferences in the country evolved considerably, with chicken becoming increasingly preferred, while beef and lamb declined in popularity.