Beef, sheep or goat fat market in Kuwait

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for beef, sheep, and goat fat in Kuwait increased from 2.9 тыс. т in 2018 to 3.4 тыс. т in 2023. The initial rise to 3.3 тыс. т in 2019 coincided with the launch of the Awassi Al-Sabr sheep hybridization project, aimed at improving local livestock quality and supporting production. However, in 2020, the market contracted to 3.1 тыс. т, reflecting the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chains and demand.

After stabilizing in 2021, the market recovered to 3.4 тыс. т in 2022. During this period, the pandemic continued to affect the market, leading to increased reliance on imports due to high transportation costs and limited local production. Al-Mawashi, a key market player, expanded its operations to enhance food security, implementing strict quarantine and veterinary measures to ensure the quality of imported livestock.

By 2023, the market volume reached 3.4 тыс. т, supported by imports that grew to 422 т. Tighter quality controls for livestock products and the classification of animals by age, weight, and breed contributed to market stability. The ongoing dependence on international supplies shaped the market structure in recent years.

Production beef, sheep or goat fat in Kuwait

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of beef, sheep or goat fat, 2017-2020

World map of production of beef, sheep or goat fat, 2017-2020

In 2020, Kuwait produced 3 115 tonnes of beef, sheep, or goat fat, marking a slight decrease of 0.6% compared to the previous year. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 3 022 tonnes, while the highest was in 2019 at 3 135 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2018, with a drop of 1.2%, and the largest increase was in 2019, with a rise of 3.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Kuwait in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Kuwait's beef, sheep, or goat fat production has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the output was valued at 2 007 thousand US dollars, showing a small rise of 1.2% year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, production grew by 14.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Kuwait in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports beef, sheep or goat fat from Kuwait

Exports in kind, t

The market showed an unstable trend throughout the period. Exports peaked in 2017 and reached their lowest point in 2019, with a 5.6-fold variation between these years. In 2020, Kuwait exported 281.3 tonnes of beef, sheep, or goat fat, which is 258.4% higher than the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 78.5 tonnes, and the largest decline occurred in 2018, with a drop of 74.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Kuwait in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan were the dominant destinations for exports in kind, jointly accounting for 95.2% of total flows, with the remaining share going to other markets.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Kuwait in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized the market during these years. Export values reached their maximum in 2017 and fell to a minimum in 2019, showing a 5.1-fold shift. In 2020, Kuwait's exported beef, sheep, or goat fat volumes totaled 181.2 thousand US dollars, reflecting a rise of 265.0% over the past year. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 49.7 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline was in 2018, with a decrease of 71.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Kuwait in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Over the period from 2017 to 2020, the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan were the main destinations for exports in value terms, jointly taking 94.9% of total flows, while the residual share was distributed among other markets.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Kuwait in value, 2017-2020

Imports beef, sheep or goat fat to Kuwait

Imports in kind, t

There were noticeable fluctuations in market performance during this period. Imports reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2020, with a 9.2-fold difference. In 2020, Kuwait's beef, sheep, or goat fat imports amounted to 226.4 tonnes, which is 7.5% above the prior year. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 24.5 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2018, with a drop of 64.1%, and the largest increase was in 2019, with a rise of 760.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Kuwait in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, China, Iran, and Australia were the leading suppliers of beef, sheep, or goat fat to Kuwait in kind. China accounted for 40.1% of imports, Iran for 12.8%, and Australia for 12.4%, jointly representing 65.3% of total imports in kind.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Kuwait in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

The market exhibited an unstable trend throughout the timeframe. Import values dropped to a minimum in 2018 and climbed to their maximum in 2020, showing an 11.4-fold shift. In 2020, cross-border shipments of beef, sheep, or goat fat to Kuwait reached 293.2 thousand US dollars, reflecting an increase of 24.2% compared to 2019. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 25.6 thousand US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2018, with a decrease of 55.0%, and the largest increase was in 2019, with a rise of 821.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Kuwait in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In the period from 2017 to 2020, China, Iran, and Australia were the largest suppliers of beef, sheep, or goat fat to Kuwait in value terms. China contributed 45.1% of imports, Iran 12.6%, and Australia 10.6%, together forming 68.3% of total imports in value terms.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Kuwait in value, 2017-2020