Global overview
Where do hides come from?
Cattle hides are a by product of the meat and dairy industry.
What determines their availability?
Availability is dependent upon the demand for meat and dairy products.
Main cattle populations in the world
2019 Inventory (millions)
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Main sources of hides in the world
2019 Inventory (millions)
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Leather production
% of total
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The trend in cattle population
Share of leather by type 2019
% of total
Share of leather by product 2019
% of total
Trend in demand 1990-2019
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