Brazil's poultry exports to Arab countries are poised to maintain their strong performance in 2024 and expand shipments to new destinations, with a projected 6.8% increase in total poultry exports to 4.6 million tonnes this year. The revenue is estimated to plateau at USD 8,978 billion. The leading importer of Brazilian poultry was China, followed by the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq, which saw a significant surge in imports.
ABPA president Ricardo Santin stated that the increase in exports to Iraq is due to a drop in production and exports from Turkey, and the organization is negotiating the opening of markets in Sudan and other non-Arab countries. The sector also expects a 3.7% growth in poultry production and a 3.9% increase in exports for 2024, with optimism for the outlook of Brazilian poultry.