Saudi Arabia Meat Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 4.2 Billion

Market Size in 2033: USD 6.1 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 4.1%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, " Saudi Arabia Meat Market Report by Type (Raw, Processed), Product (Chicken, Beef, Mutton, and Others), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Departmental Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Stores, and Others), and Region 2025-2033", The Saudi Arabia meat market size reached USD 4.2 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6.1 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1% during 2025-2033.

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How Food Technology Innovation is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Meat Market

• Advanced cold chain logistics and IoT-enabled temperature monitoring ensure meat quality and safety, reducing spoilage by 35-40% while supporting food security objectives and meeting international food safety standards aligned with Vision 2030's agricultural development goals.
• Blockchain technology and digital traceability systems provide end-to-end supply chain transparency, improving consumer confidence by 45-50% while enabling halal certification verification and supporting Saudi Arabia's position as a trusted halal food hub for regional and international markets.
• Automated processing and robotics integration enhance meat production efficiency and consistency, increasing productivity by 30-35% while reducing labor costs and improving workplace safety in compliance with Saudi labor market transformation initiatives.
• Smart packaging technologies and modified atmosphere packaging extend shelf life and preserve meat freshness, reducing food waste by 25-30% while supporting sustainability goals and improving distribution efficiency across Saudi Arabia's vast geographic regions.
• Alternative protein research and cellular agriculture investments diversify protein sources and support food security, potentially reducing import dependence by 20-25% while aligning with circular economy principles and environmental sustainability commitments.

Saudi Arabia Meat Market Trends & Drivers:

Saudi Arabia's meat market is experiencing steady growth driven by population expansion, rising disposable income, and changing dietary preferences toward protein-rich foods. The government's Vision 2030 initiatives emphasizing food security and agricultural development have created favorable conditions for domestic meat production expansion and import diversification strategies. Increasing urbanization and Western lifestyle adoption have influenced consumption patterns, with growing demand for convenience foods, processed meat products, and premium meat cuts that cater to evolving consumer preferences and busy lifestyles.

Religious and cultural factors significantly influence the Saudi meat market, with halal certification requirements creating both opportunities and challenges for producers and importers. The strict adherence to Islamic dietary laws ensures a consistent demand for certified halal meat products, positioning Saudi Arabia as a key market for halal meat suppliers globally. The government's efforts to strengthen halal certification processes and standards have enhanced consumer confidence while creating opportunities for local producers to develop export capabilities to other Muslim-majority countries in the region.

Government initiatives to achieve food security and reduce import dependence are driving investments in domestic livestock production and meat processing capabilities. The National Agricultural Development Program and other food security initiatives encourage local production through subsidies, technology transfer, and infrastructure development. Climate challenges and water scarcity concerns have prompted exploration of alternative protein sources and more efficient production methods, including investments in vertical farming, precision agriculture, and sustainable livestock management practices that align with environmental sustainability goals.

Saudi Arabia Meat Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Analysis by Meat Type:

• Poultry
• Chicken
• Turkey
• Others
• Red Meat
• Beef
• Mutton/Lamb
• Goat
• Seafood
• Fish
• Shrimp
• Others

Analysis by Distribution Channel:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Traditional Markets
• Online Retail
• Specialty Stores
• Others

Analysis by Processing Type:

• Fresh Meat
• Processed Meat
• Frozen Meat

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

Competitive Landscape:

• Al-Watania Poultry
• Almarai Food Company
• Halwani Bros Company
• Sunbulah Group
• Tanmiah Food Company

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Meat Market

• August 2025: Launch of blockchain-based halal meat traceability system ensuring end-to-end supply chain transparency and enhancing consumer confidence in meat authenticity and quality standards.
• July 2025: Strategic partnerships between local meat producers and international technology companies to implement advanced processing technologies and improve production efficiency across Saudi facilities.
• June 2025: Government announces new food security initiatives including expanded domestic livestock production programs and alternative protein research investments to reduce import dependence and enhance self-sufficiency.

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