Is New Zealand a Vegetarian Country? An In-Depth Look at Its Plant-Based Scene
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While New Zealand has a reputation as a major meat-producing nation, with a traditional 'meat and three veg' culture, a 2023 analysis found that only 2.04% of its adult population identifies as vegetarian. This contrasts with the common assumption that New Zealand is a predominantly vegetarian country, revealing a more complex dietary landscape.
