The meat demand in the United Arab Emirates has shown a fluctuating trend from 2014 to 2023, with values expressed in thousand metric tons. Notably, it stood at 866.0 in 2023, an increase of 1.29% year-on-year and an average annual growth of 0.54% over the last 5 years. Significant variations included a sharp 20.83% rise in 2015, followed by notable declines in 2016 and 2017. The demand bounced back in 2018 with an 18.07% increase. However, the market faced a substantial drop of 15.89% in 2020, largely due to the pandemic, before rebounding with a 22.07% increase in 2021.
Future trends to watch for include a steady forecasted growth rate of 4.83% over the next 5 years, with a CAGR of 0.95%. Factors such as economic recovery, population growth, and changing dietary preferences will play a significant role in shaping meat demand in the UAE.
