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Saudi Arabia: Fresh Beef Carcase Market 2025

Fresh Beef Carcase Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi fresh beef carcase market reached $X in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a resilient expansion. Fresh beef carcase consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fresh Beef Carcase Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, fresh beef carcase production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 84%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Fresh Beef Carcase Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, fresh beef carcase exports from Saudi Arabia surged to X tons, picking up by 36% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 881%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh beef carcase exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 355% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X tons) was the main destination for fresh beef carcase exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kuwait amounted to +13,318.5%.

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Kuwait totaled +4,275.6%.

Export Prices by Country

The average fresh beef carcase export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 5.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a tangible expansion. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to +32.0% per year.

Fresh Beef Carcase Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

For the fourth year in a row, Saudi Arabia recorded decline in overseas purchases of fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 26%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fresh beef carcase imports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 36%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Pakistan (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of fresh beef carcase to Saudi Arabia, with a 69% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh beef carcase imports from Pakistan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ethiopia (X tons), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Sudan (X tons), with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Pakistan totaled -8.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ethiopia (+24.2% per year) and Sudan (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal to Saudi Arabia, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Australia ($X), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Ethiopia, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Pakistan amounted to -5.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Australia (+14.2% per year) and Ethiopia (+27.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fresh beef carcase import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a moderate increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+11.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh beef carcase consumption was China, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, fresh beef carcase consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.3% share.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fresh beef carcase production was China, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, fresh beef carcase production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Pakistan constituted the largest supplier of fresh beef carcase to Saudi Arabia, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 5% share.

What are the leading importers of fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Bahrain remains the key foreign market for fresh beef carcase exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 7.6% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a 5.3% share.

What is the average export price for fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal in Saudi Arabia?

The average fresh beef carcase export price stood at $2,570 per ton in 2021, rising by 6.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled carcases of beef and veal in Saudi Arabia?

The average fresh beef carcase import price stood at $5,422 per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fresh beef carcase market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10111140 - Fresh or chilled carcases, half-carcases and quarters with bone in, of beef and veal

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024