Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Market Overview

Market Size in 2025: USD 13.2 Billion

Market Size in 2034: USD 15.9 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2026-2034: 2.10%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Market Report by Type (Beef, Mutton, Poultry, and Others), Form (Fresh / Chilled, Frozen / Canned, Processed), Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade), and Region 2026-2034", The Saudi Arabia edible meat market size reached USD 13.2 Billion in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 15.9 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.10% during 2026-2034.

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How Food Technology Innovation is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Market

• AI-powered livestock monitoring in Saudi Arabia improves animal health and productivity, reducing mortality rates by 12% and boosting meat yields.
• Government-backed AI initiatives optimize feed formulations, cutting livestock feeding costs by up to 18% while ensuring balanced nutrition.
• AI enhances traceability systems, enabling real-time tracking of halal compliance and boosting consumer confidence in meat product authenticity.
• Automated AI-driven processing lines increase efficiency in meat packing plants, reducing operational costs by 20% and improving product quality consistency.
• AI-based demand forecasting tools help distributors minimize waste and optimize cold chain logistics, extending meat shelf life by up to 15 days.

How Vision 2030 is Transforming Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Industry?

Vision 2030 is transforming the Saudi Arabia edible meat market by accelerating investments in modern livestock farming, enhancing food security, and boosting domestic meat production. The initiative promotes advanced processing facilities, improved cold chain logistics, and higher quality standards to meet rising consumer demand. Support for sustainable farming practices and local SMEs is strengthening the supply chain, while growing demand for premium, hygienic, and certified meat products is reshaping market dynamics. Together, these reforms are positioning Saudi Arabia for a more efficient and self-reliant meat sector.

Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Market Trends & Drivers:

The Saudi Arabia edible meat market is being strongly driven by government initiatives focused on boosting domestic meat production to enhance food security and reduce import dependency. Programs under Vision 2030 provide subsidies, interest-free loans, and equipment rebates to livestock farmers, significantly increasing red meat self-sufficiency from around 30% to 60%. Additionally, regulations mandate over 70% local sourcing for public catering in schools and hospitals, ensuring stable demand and supporting local producers in scaling production while maintaining halal compliance and quality assurance.

Rapid urbanization and population growth in major cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam are fueling higher protein consumption, especially in fresh and chilled meat products. The growing hospitality and foodservice sector, boosted by tourism and business entertainment, drives this expansion. Fresh meat holds a 54% market share, favored for its authenticity and halal certification. Investments in cold-chain infrastructure, such as Almarai’s USD 49 million acquisition of logistics capabilities, ensure meat quality and freshness, expanding access to new retail and foodservice outlets across urban and suburban markets.

Changing consumer preferences toward healthier, premium, and ethically sourced meats are shaping market growth. There is rising interest in grass-fed, free-range, and organic meat, alongside demand for processed and ready-to-cook options. Innovations in meat preservation have extended chilled beef shelf life by 50 days, enhancing availability. Foreign and local players like BRF and SALIC are increasing their footprint through investments in modern processing facilities, reflecting evolving tastes and supporting complex supply chains. The growing awareness of traceability and halal standards further strengthens consumer confidence in both local and imported meat products.

Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Type Insights:

• Beef
• Mutton
• Poultry
• Others

Form Insights:

• Fresh / Chilled
• Frozen / Canned
• Processed

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Off-Trade
• Convenience Stores
• Online Channel
• Supermarkets And Hypermarkets
• Others
• On-Trade

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Edible Meat Market

• October 2025: Almarai invests USD 49 million to enhance cold chain logistics, improving meat freshness and expanding distribution across Saudi Arabia’s urban centers.
• September 2025: SALIC partners with local farmers to boost domestic red meat production by 30%, supporting self-sufficiency goals under Vision 2030.
• August 2025: BRF introduces AI-powered quality control in meat processing, reducing defects by 15% and enhancing product consistency.

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