Forecast: Poultry Meat Export Volume in United Arab Emirates

The poultry meat export volume in the United Arab Emirates exhibited significant variability over the past decade. In 2023, the export volume stood at 58.0 thousand metric tons, marking a 3.57% year-on-year increase. Reflecting historical trends, the UAE saw substantive changes in annual growth rates, such as the notable 87.1% increase in 2018 and the consecutive declines in 2019 and 2020, at -12.07% and -13.75% respectively. From 2014 to 2019, the year-on-year variations indicated a volatile market. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 7.82% from 2014 to 2019, showcasing an overall upward trend despite the dips in interim years.

From 2024 onwards, forecast data predicts a steady increase in poultry meat exports, with an expected CAGR of 2.2% over five years, reaching 66.55 thousand metric tons by 2028. This projection indicates a gradually stabilizing market with a smoother growth trajectory compared to previous years.

Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of global trade dynamics on export volumes, regulatory changes affecting trade agreements, advancements in poultry farming technology, and consumer preferences shifting towards alternative protein sources. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for stakeholders involved in the UAE's poultry meat export sector.