Meat & Poultry Business Group

The Meat & Poultry Business Group is a specialized sector council established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce to represent and advance the interests of companies operating within Dubai's meat and poultry industry. As part of the Chamber's strategic initiative to strengthen the food and beverage sector, this business group serves as a vital platform for industry stakeholders to collaborate, address sector-specific challenges, and contribute to policy development that shapes the future of the meat and poultry trade in Dubai.

With Dubai's total trade of meat valued at AED32.4 billion during 2015-2021, the sector plays a significant role in the emirate's economy and food security landscape. The business group brings together importers, distributors, processors, and retailers to foster dialogue with government entities, discuss regulatory matters, and identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Members benefit from a collective voice in addressing industry-wide issues, from supply chain optimization to compliance with evolving food safety standards.

Operating in alignment with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the UAE's National Food Security Strategy 2051, the Meat & Poultry Business Group works to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the sector. Through regular forums, knowledge-sharing sessions, and stakeholder engagement, the group enables its members to navigate market dynamics, leverage emerging opportunities, and contribute to Dubai's vision of becoming a global hub for food trade and distribution.

Mission & Mandate

The Meat & Poultry Business Group serves as the collective voice for companies operating in Dubai's meat and poultry sector, working to enhance industry competitiveness and facilitate strategic dialogue between business stakeholders and government entities.

• Industry Representation & Advocacy: Advance the interests of meat and poultry companies and support policy changes that promote sector growth and sustainability

• Strategic Alignment: Contribute to the achievement of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and the National Food Security Strategy 2051 through sector-specific initiatives

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Provide a structured forum for members to address operational challenges, discuss regulatory matters, and collaborate on industry-wide solutions

• Competitiveness Enhancement: Support initiatives that strengthen the sector's position in regional and global markets, including supply chain optimization and trade facilitation

• Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate dialogue on best practices, market trends, food safety standards, and emerging opportunities within the meat and poultry industry

• Government Engagement: Serve as a bridge between the private sector and government entities to ensure industry concerns and recommendations inform policy development