Please Wait.....
Report
United Arab Emirates Poultry Meat - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2030)
Market Report I 2025-04-28 I 198 Pages I Mordor Intelligence
The United Arab Emirates Poultry Meat Market size is estimated at 1.23 billion USD in 2025, and is expected to reach 1.33 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 1.62% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
Expansion and acquisitions in UAE off-trade channels among online market players are promoting market growth
- The distribution channels in the UAE poultry meat market are dominated by the on-trade channel, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the poultry meat consumed in the region. In 2022, poultry consumption in the UAE increased by 10.69% compared to 2019. In February 2022, the UAE increased chicken imports by almost 90%, reaching 42,800 tons. Thus, the volume of local production is growing continuously Y-o-Y, as the growth of population and tourism causes higher consumption. Amidst the rising global food prices, poultry remains a comparatively cheap source of animal protein in the UAE.
- The off-trade channel is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel for the consumption of poultry meat in the United Arab Emirates. The off-trade channel is anticipated to register a CAGR of 1.98% by value in forecast period. Online poultry meat delivery in the UAE is expected to develop significantly over the forecast period, owing to the increasing usage of smartphone applications. This led to expansion and acquisitions in UAE off-trade channels among the online market players. Dubai-based Instashop was acquired by Germany's Delivery Hero for USD 360 million, and LuLu Hypermarket raised USD 1 billion from Abu Dhabi's ADQ to boost its online presence expansion.
- The concept of flexitarianism increased the region's demand for white, leaner meats. Thus, sales of white meat have been observing a higher share through on-trade channels. The country hosts numerous visitors annually, and many that arrive from Asian countries refrain from consuming red meat varieties like beef and pork, which drives the demand for poultry meat options in restaurants. As of 2023, 910,000 Indians visited Dubai, the highest among any country globally.
United Arab Emirates Poultry Meat Market Trends
Rising demand for local products will lead to growth in production
- In 2022, poultry production in the UAE observed a 13.07% increase from 2021 due to higher demand for the UAE chicken meat products and increasing government support. Most poultry farms in the United Arab Emirates are located in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, as it accounted for more than 70% of UAE agricultural production in 2021. Due to rising input costs and a price restriction, the UAE's poultry output is expected to rise slowly over the next few years. With growing commodity costs, the business keeps consumer prices stable by cutting production costs. Consumers are becoming more conscious of good packaging claims and are actively seeking local, fresh production that contains no hormones or antibiotics and is produced directly from UAE farmers.
- The UAE poultry production depends on imports for nearly all inputs, from medicine, packaging, and equipment to feed. These substantial cost increases have challenged the production capability and reduced profitability. Higher poultry prices were registered in the country, attributed to higher input costs, eroding much of the margin gains. From September 2019 to September 2021, feed grain prices increased by 55% in the country.
- Higher input costs have been exacerbated by the UAE government, a set price ceiling or cap within local coops, and other retail establishments that sell primarily to the Emirati community. The UAE government maintains a price cap of USD 5.85 plus VAT on all fresh chicken sold within the United Arab Emirates, and retailers may not exceed this price; while the price cap is occasionally adjusted, the policy keeps production from expanding further.
Higher production costs are impacting the market prices
- The price of poultry meat in the United Arab Emirates increased by 0.96% in 2022 from the previous year. Poultry meat price is primarily driven by increasing demand and dependency on imports. The climate in the Emirates has also played a role in influencing the poultry meat price in the country. Historically, there has been a seasonal slump in demand for poultry meat in the summer, and 10% of the chicken meat sold in the Emirate is frozen.
- Following the issuing of Ministerial Resolution No. 41 of 2023 earlier in June, the Ministry of Economy authorized the price rise in March 2023. With this issue, shops in the UAE will be legally permitted to raise the price of eggs and poultry meat by up to 13%. This change in prices was a result of the demand made by retail firms to increase the prices of egg and poultry meat as the market is experiencing higher costs of manufacturing local and overseas products. In the UAE, prices are tightly controlled, and providers must obtain Ministry clearance before making adjustments. After six months, the price rise will be evaluated, and price increases may be adjusted or eliminated.
- Although the rise of the poultry farming sector is a sign of encouragement for market stakeholders, it will be challenging to scale poultry meat production in the country. The Emirate is inhospitable to most forms of agriculture because of its arid climate with nominal rainfall. In the United Arab Emirates, precipitation dropped from 70.46 mm in 2020 to 51.46 mm in 2021. Most poultry farms in the country are located in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. High dependence on a singular source will make it difficult to stabilize prices during possible economic downturns like a global recession.
United Arab Emirates Poultry Meat Industry Overview
The United Arab Emirates Poultry Meat Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 28.39%. The major players in this market are Al Ain Farms, Al Islami Foods, BRF S.A., Siniora Food Industries Company and The Savola Group (sorted alphabetically).
Additional Benefits:
- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
- 3 months of analyst support
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 Poultry
3.2 Production Trends
3.2.1 Poultry
3.3 Regulatory Framework
3.3.1 United Arab Emirates
3.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
4 MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)
4.1 Form
4.1.1 Canned
4.1.2 Fresh / Chilled
4.1.3 Frozen
4.1.4 Processed
4.1.4.1 By Processed Types
4.1.4.1.1 Deli Meats
4.1.4.1.2 Marinated/ Tenders
4.1.4.1.3 Meatballs
4.1.4.1.4 Nuggets
4.1.4.1.5 Sausages
4.1.4.1.6 Other Processed Poultry
4.2 Distribution Channel
4.2.1 Off-Trade
4.2.1.1 Convenience Stores
4.2.1.2 Online Channel
4.2.1.3 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
4.2.1.4 Others
4.2.2 On-Trade
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 Al Ain Farms
5.4.2 Al Islami Foods
5.4.3 BRF S.A.
5.4.4 Golden Dunes General Trading LLC
5.4.5 JBS SA
5.4.6 Lulu International Group
5.4.7 Siniora Food Industries Company
5.4.8 Tanmiah Food Company
5.4.9 The Savola Group
5.4.10 Universal Islamic Meat
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
- Not Sure / Need Reassuring
- Confirm Content
-
Content is provided by our partners and every effort is made to make Market Report details as clear as possible. If you are not sure the exact content you require is included in this study you can Contact us to double check. To do this you can:
Use the ‘? ASK A QUESTION’ below the license / prices and to the right of this box. This will come directly to our team who will work on dealing with your request as soon as possible.
Write to directly on support@scotts-international.com with details. Please include as much information as possible including the name of report or link so our staff will be able to work on you request.
Telephone us directly on 0048 603 394 346 and an experienced member of team will be on hand to answer.
-
- Sample Pages
-
With the vast majority of our partners we can obtain Sample Pages to support your decision. This is something we can arrange without revealing your personal details.
It is important to note that we will not be able to provide you the exact data or statistics such as Market Size and Forecasts. Sample pages usually confirm the layout or the Categories included in Charts and Graphs, excluding specific data.
To ask for Sample Pages by contact us through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Check for Alternatives
-
Whilst we try to make our online platform as easy to use as possible there is always the possibility that a better alternative has not been found in your search.
To avoid this possibility Contact us through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346 and a Senior Team Member can review your requirements and send a list of possibilities with opinions and recommendations.
-
- Confirm Content
- Prices / Formats / Delivery
- Prices
-
All prices are set by our partners and should be exactly the same as those listed on their own websites. We work on a Revenue share basis ensuring that you never pay more than what is offered elsewhere.
Should you find the price cheaper on another platform we recommend you to Contact us as we should be able to match this price. You can Contact us though through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Discounts
-
As we work in close partnership with our Partners from time to time we can secure discounts and assist with negotiations, this is part of our personalised service to you.
Discounts can sometimes be arranged for speedily placed orders; multiple report purchases or Higher License purchases.
To check if a Discount is possible please Contact our experienced team through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Available Currencies
-
Most Market Reports on our platform are listed in USD or EURO based on the wishes of our Partners. To avoid currency fluctuations and potential price differentiations we do not offer the possibility to change the currency online.
Should you wish to pay in a different currency to that advertised online we do accept payments in USD, EURO, GBP and PLN. The price will be calculated based on the relevant exchange rate taken from our National Bank.
To pay in a different above currency to that advertised online please Contact our team and a quotation will be sent within a couple of hours with payment details.
-
- Licenses
-
License options vary from Partner to Partner as is usually based on the number of Users that will benefitting from the report. It is very important that License ordered is not breached as this could have potential negative consequences for you individually or your employer.
If you have questions or need confirmation about the specific license we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Global Site License
-
The Global Site License is the most comprehensive license available. By selecting this license, the Market Report can be shared with other ‘Allowed Users’ and any other member of staff from the same organisation regardless of geographic location.
It is important to note that this may exclude Parent Companies or Subsidiaries.
If you have questions or need confirmation about the specific license we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Formats
-
The most common format is PDF, however in certain circumstances data may be present in Excel format or Online, especially in the case of Database or Directories. In addition, for certain higher license options a CD may also be provided.
If you have questions or need clarification about the specific formats we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Delivery
-
Delivery is fulfilled by our partners directly. Once an order has been placed we inform the partner by sharing the delivery email details given in the order process.
Delivery is usually made within 24 hours of an order being placed, however it may take longer should your order be placed prior to the weekend or if otherwise specified on the Market Report details page. Additionally, if details have been not fully completed in the Order process a delay in delivery is possible.
If a delay in delivery is expected you will be informed about it immediately.
-
- Shipping Charges
-
As most Market Reports are delivered in PDF format we almost never have to add additional Shipping Charges. If, however you are ordering a Higher License service or a specific delivery format (e.g. CD version) charges may apply.
If you are concerned about additional Shipping Charges we recommend you to Contact us to double check.
-
- Prices
- Ordering
- By Credit Card
-
We work in Partnership with PayU to ensure payments are made securely in a fast and effortless way. PayU is the e-payments division of Naspers.
Naspers operates in over 133 International Markets and ranks 3rd Globally in terms of the number of e-commerce customers served.
For more information on PayU please visit: https://www.payu.pl/en/about-us
-
- By Money Transfer
-
If you require an invoice prior to payment, this is possible. To ensure a speedy delivery of the Market Report we require all relevant company details and you agree to maximum payment terms of 30 days from receipt of order.
With our regular clients deliver of the Market Report can be made prior to receiving payment, however in some circumstances we may ask for payment to be received before arranging for the Market Report to be delivered.
-
- By Credit Card
- Security
- Website security
-
We have specifically partnered with leading International companies to protect your privacy by using different technologies and processes to ensure security.
Everything submitted to Scotts International is encrypted via SSL (Secure Socket Layer) and all personal information provided to Scotts International is stored on computer systems with limited access in controlled environments.
-
- Credit Card Security
-
We partner with PayU (https://www.payu.pl/en/about-us) to ensure all credit card payments are made securely in a fast and effortless way.
PayU offers 250+ various payment channels and eWallet services across 4 continents allowing buyers to pay electronically, whether on a computer or a mobile device.
-
- Website security