GCC Red Meat Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts Up To 2029

The report covers Red Meat Market in GCC and is segmented by Type (Beef, Mutton, Pork) , by Form (Fresh / Chilled, Frozen / Canned, Processed) , by Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade) and by Country (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates)

INSTANT ACCESS

Home Market Analysis Food & Beverage Research Food Research Processed Food Research Meat Research Red Meat Research GCC Red Meat Market

GCC Red Meat Market Size

View Global Report
GCC Red Meat Market Summary
share button
svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 3.93 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 4.31 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Type Mutton
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 1.89 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country Saudi Arabia

Major Players

GCC Red Meat Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Key Players

Compare market size and growth of GCC Red Meat Market with other markets in Food & Beverage Industry

Beverages

Food

Food Ingredients and Food Additives

Food Supplements

WHY BUY FROM US?

1. CRISP & INSIGHTFUL
2. TRUE BOTTOM-UP
3. EXHAUSTIVENESS
4. TRANSPARENCY
5. CONVENIENCE
KNOW MORE

GCC Red Meat Market Analysis

The GCC Red Meat Market size is estimated at 3.93 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 4.31 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 1.89% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

3.93 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

4.31 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

4.13 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

1.89 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Segment by Type

52.50 %

value share, Mutton, 2023

Icon image

Mutton in the form of fresh and chilled have a higher penetration in the market for these are easily available and considered better in quality, mainly grass-fed ones.

Largest Segment by Country

33.76 %

value share, Saudi Arabia, 2023

Icon image

Beef is the largest consumed red meat in Saudi Arabia. The local regulatory bodies are encouraging local producers to boost meat production to cater to the surging demand.

Fastest-growing Segment by Type

1.91 %

Projected CAGR, Mutton, 2024-2029

Icon image

The rise of expat population and tourism in the region is driving the demand for mutton meat. Fresh and chilled mutton is likely to be the fastest-growing form in the region.

Fastest-growing Segment by Country

2.28 %

Projected CAGR, Saudi Arabia, 2024-2029

Icon image

The influx of expats into Saudi has resulted in the globalization of cuisine preferences and a rise in the public appetite for meat products, including pork products.

Leading Market Player

3.73 %

market share, BRF S.A., 2022

Icon image

In the GCC region, BRF. SA and its sub-brands have high brand equity. Around 90% of the population has brand recognition in the Islamic market for its halal products.

A diverse range of gastronomic preferences drives the demand for various meat products

  • Mutton is the major red meat type consumed, and consumption is largely dominated by mutton due to the religious affiliations of Bahrain's population. The current population of Bahrain in 2023 is 1,485,509, a 0.9% increase from 2022. Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait have the highest per capita consumption of mutton in the region. The rise in mutton consumption in Bahrain can be attributed to increased disposable incomes. Bahrain's Gross National Disposable Income per capita was at USD 22,707.50 in 2022. The country has also seen an increase in the ex-pat population from Western and Asian nations over the past two decades, leading to a more diverse range of gastronomic preferences, including items like hamburgers.
  • Apart from mutton and other meat, pork is expected to be the fastest-growing meat consumed in the region, with an anticipated CAGR of 10.50% during the forecast period (2023-2029). The demand for pork increased in the region due to the increased ex-pat population. In 2022, 12.9% of the UAE population was Christian. Similarly, other Middle Eastern countries like Cyprus (which has a 78% Christian population), Lebanon, and Egypt have high Christian populations. This population group consumes all types of red meat, including pork, resulting in higher consumption.
  • Beef is the second most consumed meat in the region, and Bahrain has the highest per capita beef consumption, amounting to 15.80 kg in 2023. The country relies on beef imports from New Zealand, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. Most fresh meat cuts available through online channels are New Zealand's Beef Sirloin, Topside Steak, and Silverside Steak. Future growth is expected to be in high-end foodservice, particularly in countries that are looking to develop their tourism industries, such as Saudi Arabia.
GCC Red Meat Market

Initiatives on self-sufficiency are anticipated to boost the market

  • Red meat consumption in GCC countries observed a growth rate of 20.61% by value from 2017 to 2022. The expenditure on imported meat tends to be higher in the Middle East, particularly in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries with a growing and affluent population. Quality, Halal assurance, and taste are the major factors considered by consumers in the Middle Eastern region when making red meat buying decisions. However, sustainability is not the main reason consumers buy beef and lamb.
  • Saudi Arabia held the major share and highest CAGR by value in 2022. The red meat market in Saudi Arabia grew by 17.36% in value from 2017 to 2022. The increased consumption is a result of growing demand attributed to the rising disposable income and the increasing local production. Saudi Arabia has very high Halal standards set by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), which helps boost consumer confidence in Saudi products. Processed red meat is the fastest-growing segment in the country owing to busy lifestyles, the increasing number of working women, and other factors.
  • Oman is anticipated to be the second fastest-growing red meat-consuming country during the forecast period (2023-2029). It is anticipated to register a growth of 2.23% by value. Increasing investments from the government to support self-sufficiency has played an important part in the growth. State-backed enterprises, including red meat-producing companies, continue to enhance production and are offered investment opportunities. Among red meat, consumption in Oman is largely dominated by mutton, mainly due to the religious affiliation of Omani consumers. Mutton is often used in traditional dishes such as shawarma, kebabs, and biryani.

GCC Red Meat Market Trends

  • Beef production is declining in the United Arab Emirates. Beef and buffalo meat production in the country dropped by 5.26%, registering a decline from 19 thousand ton in 2019 to 18 thousand ton in 2020. Beef is mainly imported to the United Arab Emirates from India, where the crackdown on the indiscriminate slaughter of bovines has declined buffalo slaughter and buffalo meat exports. The volume of beef imports from India has been declining since 2017.
  • In Qatar, beef is mainly imported from India, and beef imports declined in 2017 as engineering exports from India to Qatar were impacted after some Arab countries imposed sanctions on Doha. Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates suspended all relations with Qatar over the country’s alleged support for terrorist groups. Due to this move, shipping lines operating between India and Doha kept containers on hold, and production declined by 8.76% in 2017 compared to the previous year.
  • In Kuwait, the number of slaughtered cattle and buffaloes for meat dropped by 34.62%, from 10,322 thousand heads in 2019 to 6,749 thousand heads in 2020. In 2020, Kuwaiti authorities issued restrictions on beef imports from several countries due to disease outbreaks, such as foot-and-mouth disease and avian flu, as well as bans on beef from Kazakhstan due to anthrax contamination. Due to such conditions, beef imports from Russia were also banned. These factors resulted in the expansion of local beef production, and the number of beef-producing animals is likely to grow in the near future.
GCC Red Meat Market

The market is observing a growing demand for premium beef

  • Kuwait and Bahrain recorded the highest prices for essential goods in the Gulf region. In 2022, 1 kg of beef was priced at USD 4.91 in Bahrain and USD 4.93 in Kuwait, whereas in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, it was priced below USD 4. The reliance of Gulf countries on imports for necessities, including beef and beef products, is one of the leading causes of price increases.
  • Spending on premium meat is high in Middle Eastern countries owing to their large affluent populations. For the past eight years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia have consistently ranked among Australia's top 20 most valuable beef export markets. In October 2022, the price of beef in Australia reached USD 2.82/1 kg, up by 5.3% week-on-week and 5.1% Y-o-Y, owing to rising exports. Western-style foodservices have grown rapidly in the last decade due to accelerated economic growth driven by rapid urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and increased tourism. This has increased demand for higher-quality beef grades and cuts.
  • The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has expanded the shelf life for chilled beef from the United States from 70 to 120 days. This measure is expected to help US exporters save at least USD 4 per kg due to lower transportation costs while allowing Saudi Arabian importers to purchase larger quantities of US beef. Instead of just a few weeks per the prior regulation, Saudi Arabian importers now have at least 70 days to sell US beef. The extra time is expected to increase profitability since a longer shelf life minimizes the need for last-minute panic sales at steep discounts.
GCC Red Meat Market

OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Price fluctuations in the major exporter nations impacted prices in the region
  • Growing demand and government initiatives support regional production

GCC Red Meat Industry Overview

The GCC Red Meat Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 7.50%. The major players in this market are BRF S.A., JBS SA, Tanmiah Food Company, The Organic Meat Company Ltd and The Savola Group (sorted alphabetically).

GCC Red Meat Market Leaders

  1. BRF S.A.

  2. JBS SA

  3. Tanmiah Food Company

  4. The Organic Meat Company Ltd

  5. The Savola Group

GCC Red Meat Market Concentration

Other important companies include Almunajem Foods, Golden Gate Meat Company, Kibsons International LLC.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

Need More Details on Market Players and Competitors?
Download PDF

GCC Red Meat Market News

  • February 2023: Saudi-based Tanmiah Food Company and US-based Tyson Foods Inc. renewed their partnership signed previously in 2022. The partnership was signed in order to recognize the potential growth opportunities across Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East.
  • July 2022: Tanmiah Food Company and Tyson Foods entered a strategic partnership to expand meat production capacity. The investment is expected to enable Tanmiah Food Company to access the high demand for protein in the Middle East and other international markets.
  • December 2021: Tanmiah Food Company’s wholly owned subsidiary Gulf Brand Fast Food Co. signed a master franchise and development agreement with Popeyes, an international quick service restaurant chain, to diversify across the value chain by offering high-quality food options, including Popeyes Chicken Sandwich made from fresh and locally sourced fresh chicken.

Free with this Report

We offer a comprehensive and exhaustive set of data pointers. These cover global, regional, and country-level metrics that illustrate the fundamentals of the meat and meat substitutes industry. Clients can access in-depth market analysis through 45+ free charts. This analysis is based on the production of various meat and seafood types, as well as the prices of meat, meat substitutes, and different seafood types. We provide granular-level segmental information, supported by a repository of market data, trends, and expert analysis. Data and analysis on meat types, seafood types, meat substitute types, forms, distribution channels, and more are available. These are provided in the form of comprehensive reports as well as Excel-based data worksheets.

GCC Red Meat Market
GCC Red Meat Market
GCC Red Meat Market
GCC Red Meat Market

GCC Red Meat Market Report - Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. INTRODUCTION

  • 2.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 2.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 2.3 Research Methodology

3. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 3.1 Price Trends
    • 3.1.1 Beef
    • 3.1.2 Mutton
  • 3.2 Production Trends
    • 3.2.1 Beef
    • 3.2.2 Mutton
  • 3.3 Regulatory Framework
    • 3.3.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 3.3.2 United Arab Emirates
  • 3.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

4. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 4.1 Type
    • 4.1.1 Beef
    • 4.1.2 Mutton
    • 4.1.3 Other Meat
  • 4.2 Form
    • 4.2.1 Canned
    • 4.2.2 Fresh / Chilled
    • 4.2.3 Frozen
    • 4.2.4 Processed
  • 4.3 Distribution Channel
    • 4.3.1 Off-Trade
    • 4.3.1.1 Convenience Stores
    • 4.3.1.2 Online Channel
    • 4.3.1.3 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
    • 4.3.1.4 Others
    • 4.3.2 On-Trade
  • 4.4 Country
    • 4.4.1 Bahrain
    • 4.4.2 Kuwait
    • 4.4.3 Oman
    • 4.4.4 Qatar
    • 4.4.5 Saudi Arabia
    • 4.4.6 United Arab Emirates

5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 5.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 5.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 5.3 Company Landscape
  • 5.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and analysis of Recent Developments)
    • 5.4.1 Almunajem Foods
    • 5.4.2 BRF S.A.
    • 5.4.3 Golden Gate Meat Company
    • 5.4.4 JBS SA
    • 5.4.5 Kibsons International LLC
    • 5.4.6 Tanmiah Food Company
    • 5.4.7 The Organic Meat Company Ltd
    • 5.4.8 The Savola Group

6. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR MEAT INDUSTRY CEOS

7. APPENDIX

  • 7.1 Global Overview
    • 7.1.1 Overview
    • 7.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 7.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
    • 7.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 7.2 Sources & References
  • 7.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 7.4 Primary Insights
  • 7.5 Data Pack
  • 7.6 Glossary of Terms
** Subject To Availablity

List of Tables & Figures

  1. Figure 1:  
  2. BEEF PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2023
  1. Figure 2:  
  2. MUTTON PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2023
  1. Figure 3:  
  2. BEEF PRODUCTION, METRIC TON, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 4:  
  2. MUTTON PRODUCTION, METRIC TON, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 5:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 6:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 7:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET BY TYPE, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 8:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET BY TYPE, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 9:  
  2. VOLUME SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 10:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 11:  
  2. VOLUME OF BEEF MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 12:  
  2. VALUE OF BEEF MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 13:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF BEEF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY FORM, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 14:  
  2. VOLUME OF MUTTON MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 15:  
  2. VALUE OF MUTTON MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 16:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF MUTTON RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY FORM, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 17:  
  2. VOLUME OF OTHER MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 18:  
  2. VALUE OF OTHER MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 19:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF OTHER MEAT RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY FORM, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 20:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET BY FORM, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 21:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET BY FORM, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 22:  
  2. VOLUME SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY FORM, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 23:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY FORM, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 24:  
  2. VOLUME OF CANNED RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 25:  
  2. VALUE OF CANNED RED MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 26:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF CANNED RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 27:  
  2. VOLUME OF FRESH / CHILLED RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 28:  
  2. VALUE OF FRESH / CHILLED RED MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 29:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF FRESH / CHILLED RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 30:  
  2. VOLUME OF FROZEN RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 31:  
  2. VALUE OF FROZEN RED MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 32:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF FROZEN RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 33:  
  2. VOLUME OF PROCESSED RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 34:  
  2. VALUE OF PROCESSED RED MEAT MARKET, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 35:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF PROCESSED RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 36:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 37:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 38:  
  2. VOLUME SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 39:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 40:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 41:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 42:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 43:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 44:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 45:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 46:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 47:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE CHANNEL, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 48:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE CHANNEL, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 49:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE CHANNEL SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 50:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 51:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 52:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 53:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 54:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 55:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS SPLIT BY TYPE, %, GCC, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 56:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 57:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 58:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONS, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 59:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD, GCC, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 60:  
  2. VOLUME SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY COUNTRY, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 61:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY COUNTRY, %, GCC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
  1. Figure 62:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, BAHRAIN, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 63:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, BAHRAIN, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 64:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, BAHRAIN, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 65:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, KUWAIT, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 66:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, KUWAIT, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 67:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, KUWAIT, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 68:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, OMAN, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 69:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, OMAN, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 70:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, OMAN, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 71:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, QATAR, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 72:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, QATAR, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 73:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, QATAR, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 74:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 75:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 76:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, SAUDI ARABIA, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 77:  
  2. VOLUME OF RED MEAT MARKET, METRIC TONS, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 78:  
  2. VALUE OF RED MEAT MARKET, USD, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2017 - 2029
  1. Figure 79:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF RED MEAT MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2022 VS 2029
  1. Figure 80:  
  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, GCC, 2020 - 2023
  1. Figure 81:  
  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, GCC, 2020 - 2023
  1. Figure 82:  
  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, GCC, 2022

GCC Red Meat Industry Segmentation

Beef, Mutton are covered as segments by Type. Canned, Fresh / Chilled, Frozen, Processed are covered as segments by Form. Off-Trade, On-Trade are covered as segments by Distribution Channel. Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates are covered as segments by Country.

  • Mutton is the major red meat type consumed, and consumption is largely dominated by mutton due to the religious affiliations of Bahrain's population. The current population of Bahrain in 2023 is 1,485,509, a 0.9% increase from 2022. Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait have the highest per capita consumption of mutton in the region. The rise in mutton consumption in Bahrain can be attributed to increased disposable incomes. Bahrain's Gross National Disposable Income per capita was at USD 22,707.50 in 2022. The country has also seen an increase in the ex-pat population from Western and Asian nations over the past two decades, leading to a more diverse range of gastronomic preferences, including items like hamburgers.
  • Apart from mutton and other meat, pork is expected to be the fastest-growing meat consumed in the region, with an anticipated CAGR of 10.50% during the forecast period (2023-2029). The demand for pork increased in the region due to the increased ex-pat population. In 2022, 12.9% of the UAE population was Christian. Similarly, other Middle Eastern countries like Cyprus (which has a 78% Christian population), Lebanon, and Egypt have high Christian populations. This population group consumes all types of red meat, including pork, resulting in higher consumption.
  • Beef is the second most consumed meat in the region, and Bahrain has the highest per capita beef consumption, amounting to 15.80 kg in 2023. The country relies on beef imports from New Zealand, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. Most fresh meat cuts available through online channels are New Zealand's Beef Sirloin, Topside Steak, and Silverside Steak. Future growth is expected to be in high-end foodservice, particularly in countries that are looking to develop their tourism industries, such as Saudi Arabia.
Type Beef
Mutton
Other Meat
Form Canned
Fresh / Chilled
Frozen
Processed
Distribution Channel Off-Trade Convenience Stores
Online Channel
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Others
Distribution Channel On-Trade
Country Bahrain
Kuwait
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Need A Different Region Or Segment?
Customize Now

Market Definition

  • Meat - Meat is defined as the flesh or other edible parts of an animal used for food. The end use of the meat industry consists of only human consumption. Meat is generally purchased from retail outlets for home cooking and consumption. For the market studied, only uncooked meat has been considered. This could be processed in various forms, which have been covered under the “Processed” form. The other purchases of meat happen through the consumption of meat at foodservice outlets (restaurants, hotels, catering, etc.). ​
  • Other Meats - The other meat segment includes the meat of camel, horse, rabbit, etc. These are not so commonly consumed meat types but still, have a presence in distinct parts of the world. Regardless of it being part of red meat, we have considered these meat types separately for a better understanding of the market. ​
  • Poultry Meat - Poultry meat also called white meat, comes from birds raised commercially or domestically for human consumption. This includes chicken, turkey, ducks, and geese.​
  • Red Meat - Red meat typically has a red color when raw and a dark color when cooked. It includes any meat that comes from mammals, such as beef, lamb, pork, goat, veal, and mutton.​
Keyword Definition
A5 It is a Japanese grading system for beef. The 'A' means the carcass yield is the highest possible and the numeric rating relates to beef marbling, color and brightness of the flesh, its texture and color, luster, and fat quality. A5 is the highest mark wagyu beef can score.
Abbatoir It is another name for a slaughterhouse and refers to the premise used for or in connection with the slaughter of animals whose meat is intended for human consumption.
Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND) It is a disease that affects shrimp and is characterized by high mortalities, in many cases reaching 100% within 30-35 days of stocking grow-out ponds.
African Swine Fever (ASF) It is a highly contagious viral disease of pigs caused by a double-stranded DNA virus in the Asfarviridae family.
Albacore Tuna It is one of the smallest species of tuna found in the six distinct stocks known globally in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans, as well as the Mediterranean Sea.
Angus beef It is beef derived from a specific breed of cattle indigenous to Scotland. It requires certification from the American Angus Association to receive the "Certified Angus Beef" quality mark
Bacon It is salted or smoked meat that comes from the back or sides of a pig
Black Angus It is beef derived from a black-hided breed of cows that don't have horns.
Bologna It is an Italian smoked sausage made of meat, typically large and made from pork, beef or veal.
Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) It is a progressive neurological disorder of cattle that results from infection by an unusual transmissible agent called a prion.
Bratwurst It refers to a type of German sausage made from pork, beef or veal.
BRC British Retail Consortium
Brisket It is a cut of meat from the breast or lower chest of beef or veal. The beef brisket is one of the nine beef primal cuts.
Broiler It refers to any chicken (Gallus domesticus) that is bred and raised specifically for meat production.
Bushel It is a unit of measurement for grains and pulses. 1 bushel = 27.216 kg
Carcass It refers to the dressed body of a meat animal from which butchers trim the meat
CFIA Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Chicken Tender It refers to chicken meat prepared from the pectoralis minor muscles of a chicken bird.
Chuck Steak It refers to a cut of beef that is part of the chuck primal, which is a large section of meat from the shoulder area of a cow
Corned Beef It refers to beef brisket cured in brine and boiled, typically served cold.
CWT Also known as a hundredweight, it is a unit of measurement used to define the quantity of meat. 1 CWT = 50.80 kg
Drumstick It refers to a chicken leg without the thigh.
EFSA European Food Safety Authority
ERS Economic Research Service of the USDA
Ewe It is an adult female sheep.
FDA Food and Drug Administration
Fillet Mignon It is a cut of meat taken from the smaller end of the tenderloin.
Flank Steak It is a cut of beef steak taken from the flank, which lies forward of the rear quarter of a cow.
Foodservice It refers to the part of the food industry which includes businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home. It includes restaurants, school and hospital cafeterias, catering operations, and many other formats.
Forage It refers to animal feed.
Foreshank It is the upper part of the foreleg of cattle
Franks Also known as frankfurter or Würstchen, it is a type of highly seasoned smoked sausage popular in Austria and Germany.
FSANZ Food Standards Australia New Zealand
FSIS Food Safety and Inspection Service
FSSAI Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
Gizzard It refers to an organ found in the digestive tract of birds. It is also called the mechanical stomach of a bird.
Gluten It is a family of proteins found in grains, including wheat, rye, spelt, and barley
Grain-fed beef It is beef derived from cattle that have been fed a diet supplemented with soy and corn and other additives. Grainfed cows can also be given antibiotics and growth hormones to fatten them up more quickly.
Grass-fed beef It is beef derived from cattle that have only been fed grass as feed.
Ham It refers to the pork meat taken from the leg of a pig.
HoReCa Hotels, Restaurants and Cafes
Jerky It is lean trimmed meat that has been cut into strips and dried (dehydrated) to prevent spoilage.
Kobe Beef It is Wagyu beef specifically from the Kuroge Washu breed of cows in Japan. To be classified as Kobe beef, the cow must have been born, raised, and slaughtered within the Hyōgo prefecture in the city of Kobe in Japan.
Liverwurst It is type of German sausage made from beef or pork liver.
Loin It refers to the sides between the lower ribs and pelvis, and the lower part of the back of a cow.
Mortadella It is a large Italian sausage or luncheon meat made of finely hashed or ground heat-cured pork, which incorporates at least 15% small cubes of pork fat.
Pastrami It refers to a highly seasoned smoked beef, typically served in thin slices.
Pepperoni It is an American variety of spicy salami made from cured meat.
Plate It refers to a forequarter cut from the belly of a cow, just below the rib cut.
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) It is a disease occurring in swine causing late-term reproductive failure and severe pneumonia in neonatal pigs.
Primal cuts It refers to the major sections of the carcass.
Quorn It is a meat substitute product prepared using mycoprotein as an ingredient, in which the fungus culture is dried and mixed with egg albumen or potato protein, which acts as a binder, and then is adjusted in texture and pressed into various forms.
Ready-to-Cook (RTC) It refers to food products that include all of the ingredients, where some preparation or cooking is required through a process that is given on the package.
Ready-to-Eat (RTE) It refers to a food product prepared or cooked in advance, with no further cooking or preparation required before being eaten
Retort Packaging It is a process of aseptic packaging food in which food is filled into a pouch or metal can, sealed, and then heated to extremely high temperatures, rendering the product commercially sterile.
Round Steak It refers to a beef steak from the the rear leg of the cow.
Rump Steak It refers to a cut of beef derived from the division between the leg and the chine.
Salami It is a cured sausage consisting of fermented and air-dried meat.
Saturated fat It is a type of fat in which the fatty acid chains have all single bonds. It is generally considered unhealthy.
Sausage It is a meat product made of finely chopped and seasoned meat, which may be fresh, smoked, or pickled and which is then usually stuffed into a casing.
Scallop It is an edible shellfish that is a mollusk with a ribbed shell in two parts.
Seitan It is a plant-based meat substitute made out of wheat gluten.
Self-service kios It refers to a self-order point-of-sale (POS) system through which customers place and pay for their own orders at kiosks, enabling totally contactless and frictionless service.
Sirloin It is a cut of beef from the bottom and side parts of a cow's back.
Surimi It is a paste made from deboned fish
Tenderloin It refers to a cut of beef consisting of the entire tenderloin muscle of a cow
Tiger Shrimp It refers to a large shrimp variety from the Indian and Pacific oceans
Trans fat Also called trans-unsaturated fatty acids or trans fatty acids, it is a type of unsaturated fat that naturally occurs in small amounts in meat.
Vannamei shrimp It refers to tropical prawns and shrimp that are farmed in areas near the equator, generally along the coast in artificial ponds.
Wagyu Bee It is beef derived from any of four strains of a breed of black or red Japanese cattle that are valued for their highly marbled meat.
Zoosanitary It refers to the cleanliness of animals or animal product
Need More Details on Market Definition?
Ask a Question

Research Methodology

Mordor Intelligence follows a four-step methodology in all our reports.

  • Step-1: Identify Key Variables: In order to build a robust forecasting methodology, the variables and factors identified in Step 1 are tested against available historical market numbers. Through an iterative process, the variables required for market forecast are set, and the model is built on the basis of these variables.​
  • Step-2: Build a Market Model: Market-size estimations for the forecast years are in nominal terms. Inflation is not a part of the pricing, and the average selling price (ASP) is kept constant throughout the forecast period for each country.​
  • Step-3: Validate and Finalize: In this important step, all market numbers, variables, and analyst calls are validated through an extensive network of primary research experts from the market studied. The respondents are selected across levels and functions to generate a holistic picture of the market studied.​
  • Step-4: Research Outputs: Syndicated Reports, Custom Consulting Assignments, Databases & Subscription Platforms.
research-methodology
Get More Details On Research Methodology
Download PDF
close-icon
80% of our clients seek made-to-order reports. How do you want us to tailor yours?

Please enter a valid email id!

Please enter a valid message!

WHY BUY FROM US?
card-img
01. Crisp, insightful analysis
Our focus is NOT on word count. We present only the key trends impacting the market so you don’t waste time finding a needle in the haystack.
card-img
02. True Bottom-Up Approach
We study the industry, not just the market. Our bottom-up approach ensures we have a broad and deep understanding of the forces that shape the industry.
card-img
03. Exhaustive Data
Tracking a million data points on the meats and meat substitutes industry. Our constant market tracking covers over 1 million+ data points spanning 45 countries and over 150 companies just for the meats and meat substitutes industry.
card-img
04. Transparency
Know where your data comes from. Most market reports today hide the sources used behind the veil of a proprietary model. We proudly present them so you can trust our information.
card-img
05. Convenience
Tables belong in spreadsheets. Like you, we also believe that spreadsheets are better suited for data evaluation. We don't clutter our reports with data tables. We provide an excel document with each report that contains all the data used to analyze the market.

GCC Red Meat Market Research FAQs

The GCC Red Meat Market size is expected to reach USD 3.93 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 1.89% to reach USD 4.31 billion by 2029.

In 2024, the GCC Red Meat Market size is expected to reach USD 3.93 billion.

BRF S.A., JBS SA, Tanmiah Food Company, The Organic Meat Company Ltd and The Savola Group are the major companies operating in the GCC Red Meat Market.

In the GCC Red Meat Market, the Mutton segment accounts for the largest share by type.

In 2024, Saudi Arabia accounts for the largest share by country in the GCC Red Meat Market.

In 2023, the GCC Red Meat Market size was estimated at 3.93 billion. The report covers the GCC Red Meat Market historical market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029. The report also forecasts the GCC Red Meat Market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.

GCC Red Meat Industry Report

Statistics for the 2024 GCC Red Meat market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. GCC Red Meat analysis includes a market forecast outlook 202 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.

GCC Red Meat Market Report Snapshots

GCC Red Meat Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts Up To 2029

v