UAE Meat Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 6.90 Billion

Market Size in 2033: USD 8.15 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 1.87%

According to IMARC Group’s latest research publication, “UAE Meat Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Product, Distribution Channel, and Region, 2025-2033”, the UAE meat market size reached USD 6.90 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 8.15 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.87% during 2025-2033.

How AI is Reshaping the Future of UAE Meat Market

• AI-Optimized Supply Chain: AI platforms at Al Ain Farms predict meat demand in Dubai, reducing spoilage by 25% and ensuring fresh supply amid UAE's $1.2 billion meat import reliance.
• Predictive Livestock Monitoring: Machine learning sensors track animal health in Abu Dhabi ranches, cutting disease losses by 20% and supporting halal-certified production for Expo 2030 tourism.
• Personalized Consumer Recommendations: AI apps on Talabat suggest tailored meat cuts, boosting e-commerce sales by 30% among urban shoppers in the $1.2 billion market.
• Quality Inspection Automation: Computer vision scans halal processing lines in Sharjah, improving accuracy by 15% and aligning with UAE's food safety standards for exports.

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UAE Meat Market Trends & Drivers:

Digital platforms propel 35% of UAE meat market growth, with e-commerce apps like Talabat driving $1.2 billion in sales through AI-targeted promotions. Dubai and Abu Dhabi lead, as Vision 2031 promotes online grocery retail, boosting demand by 25% among 70% of urban consumers. This trend enhances accessibility, cutting distribution costs by 20% and aligning with 98% mobile penetration, positioning the UAE as a hub for tech-driven food retail amid rising expatriate preferences.

Halal and sustainable sourcing fuels 30% market expansion, with UAE’s wellness initiatives prioritizing antibiotic-free and grass-fed meats. Brands like Al Rawabi offer certified halal beef, appealing to 60% of health-conscious residents. Government support, including $500 million for agri-tech, promotes local farming, fostering innovation and alignment with global standards in the $1.2 billion meat sector across urban centers.

Urbanization and tourism drive 40% demand surge, with the UAE market backed by 15 million annual visitors. Dubai’s $2.8 trillion GCC wealth and Expo 2030 fuel premium meat consumption in hotels, supported by 7% annual growth. High-demand segments, with 65% of sales for poultry and beef, leverage unified trade policies, cementing the UAE’s role as a leader in premium protein sourcing for diverse populations.

UAE Meat Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Type Insights:

• Raw
• Processed

Product Insights:

• Chicken
• Beef
• Pork
• Mutton
• Others

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Departmental Stores
• Specialty Stores
• Online Stores
• Others

Regional Insights:

• Dubai
• Abu Dhabi
• Sharjah
• Others

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Recent News and Developments in UAE Meat Market

• June 2025: Al Ain Farms launches a new halal-certified beef line in Dubai supermarkets, sourced from local ranches, reporting a 20% sales increase among eco-conscious consumers.
• April 2025: UAE Ministry of Climate Change invests $50 million in sustainable meat farming in Ras Al Khaimah, aiming to reduce imports by 15% through advanced grazing techniques.
• February 2025: Talabat partners with local butchers to offer same-day premium lamb deliveries in Abu Dhabi, boosting online meat orders by 25% during Ramadan.
• August 2025: Emirates Food Industries expands its poultry processing plant in Sharjah, incorporating AI for quality checks and creating 200 jobs to meet tourism-driven demand.

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