Between 2014 and 2023, pork demand in the United Arab Emirates showed fluctuating trends. Demand remained relatively stable from 2014 to 2015, rose significantly in 2016, then experienced a slight decline in 2017 before increasing again in 2018. The market stabilized in 2019 but saw a notable decrease in 2020, likely due to the impact of global events. Recovery was swift, with demand peaking again from 2021 to 2023, reaching 19.0 thousand metric tons in 2023, a 5.56% increase from the previous year. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 1.09%.
Looking ahead, the forecast predicts a moderate growth in pork demand, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.98%, leading to a potential increase to 19.99 thousand metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in dietary preferences and regulatory changes affecting meat imports, as well as the impact of economic fluctuations and tourism trends in the UAE.
