Last Updated
2026-04-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Buffalo Meat market coverage spans 91 countries.
- 424 exporter companies and 2,406 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 73,317 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Buffalo Meat
Analyze 73,317 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Buffalo Meat.
Buffalo Meat Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Buffalo Meat to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Buffalo Meat: Australia (+200.0%), Mexico (+83.0%), United Arab Emirates (-59.8%).
Buffalo Meat Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Buffalo Meat country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Buffalo Meat transaction unit prices: Australia (5.72 USD / kg), Pakistan (5.36 USD / kg), Thailand (4.65 USD / kg), Vietnam (4.50 USD / kg), Denmark (4.11 USD / kg), 8 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +6.6% | 68,586 | 3.74 USD / kg (94,863,068.973 kg) | 3.80 USD / kg (84,859,403.03 kg) | 3.75 USD / kg (152,695,127.831 kg) | 3.79 USD / kg (116,257,041.896 kg) | 3.83 USD / kg (152,876,290.304 kg) | 3.88 USD / kg (126,047,754.705 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | +7.3% | 39 | 0.49 USD / kg (143.5 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (61.5 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (143.5 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (123 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (430.5 kg) | 0.61 USD / kg (433.5 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | +47.0% | 3,821 | 3.37 USD / kg (4,703,647.484 kg) | 3.52 USD / kg (2,759,872.273 kg) | 3.67 USD / kg (4,093,504.618 kg) | 3.73 USD / kg (4,728,492.481 kg) | 3.74 USD / kg (5,596,867.491 kg) | 3.67 USD / kg (4,379,126.476 kg) | ||||||
| China | 0.0% | 304 | 1.00 USD / kg (80,046 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (42,228 kg) | - (-) | 1.00 USD / kg (14,000 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (501,134.4 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (492,208.1 kg) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | +36.2% | 240 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.83 USD / kg (90,400 kg) | 3.88 USD / kg (198,280 kg) | 3.84 USD / kg (187,470 kg) | ||||||
| Pakistan | +13.2% | 81 | 4.99 USD / kg (57,065 kg) | 4.99 USD / kg (58,801 kg) | 5.18 USD / kg (59,994 kg) | 5.17 USD / kg (50,777 kg) | 5.21 USD / kg (34,095 kg) | 5.36 USD / kg (52,182 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +8.7% | 42 | 3.71 USD / kg (57,877.221 kg) | 5.96 USD / kg (6,443.66 kg) | - (-) | 4.64 USD / kg (5,310 kg) | 4.70 USD / kg (32,330 kg) | 4.50 USD / kg (32,000 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | -59.8% | 37 | - (-) | 0.33 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 0.33 USD / kg (28,500 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (40,997.5 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (98,750 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -14.5% | 36 | 1.00 USD / kg (1,560 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (25,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.00 USD / kg (66,197 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (150,778 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | +200.0% | 15 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.72 USD / kg (169,825 kg) | 5.72 USD / kg (74,207 kg) |
Buffalo Meat Global Supply Chain Coverage
2,830 companies
424 exporters and 2,406 importers are mapped for Buffalo Meat.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Buffalo Meat, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Buffalo Meat Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
424 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Buffalo Meat. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Buffalo Meat Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Buffalo Meat Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 424 total exporter companies in the Buffalo Meat supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food ManufacturingAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Algeria)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food ManufacturingAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsFood ManufacturingTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Buffalo Meat Global Exporter Coverage
424 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Buffalo Meat supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Buffalo Meat Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
2,406 importer companies are mapped for Buffalo Meat demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Buffalo Meat Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 2,406 total importer companies tracked for Buffalo Meat. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food PackagingAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Egypt)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Libya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
2,406 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Buffalo Meat.
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Buffalo Meat
Buffalo Meat Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Buffalo Meat wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Buffalo Meat wholesale unit prices: China (3.65 USD / kg), India (2.21 USD / kg).
Buffalo Meat Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Buffalo Meat Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Buffalo Meat wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupRed meat (bovid)
Scientific NameBubalus bubalis
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Commonly produced in mixed crop–livestock systems (often dairy-linked), with feeding based on fodder and crop residues
- Heat- and humidity-tolerant compared with many cattle systems; welfare and productivity benefit from reliable water access and appropriate housing/handling
Main VarietiesRiver buffalo, Swamp buffalo
Consumption Forms
- Frozen boneless cuts/blocks for wholesale and further processing
- Chilled/fresh consumption in domestic and nearby markets where cold-chain supports it
- Frozen edible offal/variety meats in markets with established demand
Grading Factors
- Veterinary health certification and establishment approval status for destination markets
- Halal certification/attestation and auditor acceptance (where required)
- Cut specification, trim level, and absence of quality defects (e.g., freezer burn/discoloration)
- Microbiological and chemical residue compliance per importing-country and buyer programs
- Cold-chain integrity and documented temperature history
Market
Buffalo meat (water buffalo, often marketed as “carabeef”) is a globally traded red meat product whose exportable supply is heavily concentrated in South Asia, particularly India. Trade is commonly reported under HS “bovine meat” codes, which can obscure buffalo-specific flows unless exporters or importers publish species-level detail. Demand is strongest in price-sensitive and halal-oriented markets, with Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa frequently cited as key destinations for Indian shipments. Market access is highly sensitive to sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) conditions—especially foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) status—and to importing-country veterinary certification requirements.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Demand growth is strongest in value-focused markets and manufacturing channels, while high-income market access can be constrained by SPS status and consumer preference shifts away from red meat.
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaUSDA FAS describes India as the world’s largest producer of carabeef (buffalo meat).
- PakistanFAOSTAT/UNdata lists buffalo meat production series for Pakistan; domestic supply dominates with export growth targeted.
- ChinaFAOSTAT/UNdata includes China in buffalo meat production reporting; production is primarily for domestic use.
- EgyptFAOSTAT/UNdata includes Egypt in buffalo meat production reporting; also a recurring destination market for Indian exports.
Major Exporting Countries
- IndiaUSDA FAS highlights India as the world’s largest producer of carabeef and a major exporter; APEDA/DGCIS reports large annual export volumes and identifies key destination markets.
- PakistanGovernment trade promotion materials position Pakistan as a growing halal red-meat exporter with emphasis on addressing FMD, traceability, and food safety constraints.
Major Importing Countries
- VietnamFrequently cited by APEDA/DGCIS as a major destination for Indian buffalo meat exports.
- EgyptFrequently cited by APEDA/DGCIS as a major destination for Indian buffalo meat exports.
- MalaysiaFrequently cited by APEDA/DGCIS as a major destination for Indian buffalo meat exports.
- IraqFrequently cited by APEDA/DGCIS as a major destination for Indian buffalo meat exports.
- Saudi ArabiaFrequently cited by APEDA/DGCIS as a major destination for Indian buffalo meat exports.
- United Arab EmiratesAPEDA highlights the UAE among key markets for Indian buffalo meat and animal product exports.
Supply Calendar
- India:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecExport availability is generally year-round; supply disruptions are more often driven by SPS events (e.g., FMD) and policy/logistics than by seasonality.
- Pakistan:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production; export growth strategy emphasizes disease control (including FMD), traceability, and compliance with importing-country requirements.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Typically traded as frozen boneless cuts and trimming blocks; offal/variety meats are also traded in frozen form.
- Buyer specifications commonly differentiate by cut list, trim level, and absence of visible defects (e.g., discoloration/freezer burn).
Compositional Metrics
- Commercial specifications often include lean/fat targets and moisture/protein expectations as part of buyer QA programs (values vary by buyer/market and cut).
Grades
- Market access is typically governed by importing-country veterinary certification and inspection requirements, plus buyer microbiological and residue compliance specifications.
- Halal certification/attestation requirements are common in Muslim-majority destination markets (standards and auditor acceptance vary by market).
Packaging
- Frozen product commonly uses food-grade inner liners (e.g., polyethylene) and corrugated cartons; vacuum packaging is used in some supply chains to reduce oxidation and freezer burn.
- Export cartons typically require health marks/establishment identification, production and expiry/best-before coding, and destination-market labeling rules.
ProcessingExport-oriented flow typically includes ante-/post-mortem inspection, hygienic slaughter, deboning/trim, rapid freezing, packing, and cold storage prior to shipment in refrigerated containers.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Livestock sourcing (often dairy-linked cull animals in South Asia) -> licensed slaughter/abattoir -> veterinary inspection -> deboning/trim -> freezing and cold storage -> reefer export logistics -> import inspection and clearance -> wholesale distribution and/or further processing
Demand Drivers
- Price-competitive red meat input for further processing (minced/ground products, cooked meats) in importing hubs
- Halal-oriented demand in Middle East and parts of Asia
- Ability to ship long distances as frozen boneless product, supporting supply to deficit markets
Temperature
- Frozen buffalo meat trade depends on uninterrupted deep-frozen cold chain from packing to destination; temperature abuse can drive quality loss and shipment claims/rejections.
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packaging and oxygen-barrier films are used in some supply chains to slow oxidative discoloration and reduce freezer burn risk during long transit.
Shelf Life
- Frozen form enables extended storage and long-haul trade; shelf life is primarily limited by temperature excursions, dehydration/freezer burn, and fat oxidation rather than rapid spoilage.
Risks
Animal Disease HighFoot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious transboundary livestock disease that can trigger immediate trade restrictions, require additional certification, or block access to certain markets; USDA reporting notes that FMD status can impede Indian water buffalo (carabeef) access to many high-income markets.Use suppliers and establishments operating under robust veterinary oversight; monitor WOAH disease reporting and official status; diversify origins and maintain contingency-approved supplier lists for rapid re-routing when SPS restrictions change.
Regulatory Compliance HighBuffalo meat is commonly traded under HS bovine meat codes, increasing the burden on documentation, species verification, and importing-country certificate alignment; non-compliance can lead to detentions, rejections, or delisting of establishments.Align contracts to destination-market certificate templates and approved establishment lists; implement species/traceability controls and third-party audits where required; maintain document QA for halal and veterinary certificates.
Cold Chain MediumLong-haul frozen logistics are vulnerable to temperature excursions (port delays, equipment failures, power interruptions), which can degrade quality and drive disputes or rejection risk at inspection points.Specify reefer set-point and monitoring requirements; use temperature loggers and seal controls; plan routings that minimize transshipment risk and ensure adequate cold storage at ports.
Market Access MediumAccess is shaped by importing-country rules on halal assurance, residues, and veterinary public health measures; changes in approved auditor acceptance or certificate negotiation can interrupt flows even without disease events.Maintain multi-auditor halal capability where possible; track regulatory updates in core destination markets; keep alternative market pathways and product forms (cuts/offal) validated.
Sustainability
- Greenhouse-gas and methane footprint scrutiny for ruminant meat supply chains, with growing policy and consumer attention in some importing markets
- Manure management and water use impacts in intensive or peri-urban livestock systems
- Food loss and waste risk from cold-chain failures during long-distance frozen logistics
Labor & Social
- Animal welfare and humane handling/slaughter practices are increasingly scrutinized by regulators and buyers
- Worker safety and hygiene conditions in slaughter and deboning operations
- Traceability and documentation integrity (species identification, origin, health status, halal certification) as recurring buyer and regulator concerns
- Cultural and political sensitivity around bovine slaughter in parts of South Asia can create reputational and policy volatility for supply chains
FAQ
What is “carabeef” in global trade?Carabeef is meat derived from the Asian water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis). USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service describes India as the world’s largest producer of carabeef and notes it is a major agricultural export for the country.
Which countries are frequently cited as major destinations for Indian buffalo meat exports?APEDA (citing India’s trade statistics) repeatedly lists Viet Nam, Egypt, Malaysia, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia among major destination markets for Indian buffalo meat exports, with the UAE also highlighted among key markets for animal product exports.
Why does foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) matter so much for buffalo meat trade?WOAH describes FMD as a highly contagious livestock disease that disrupts regional and international trade in animals and animal products. USDA reporting on India’s carabeef sector also notes that FMD status can limit access to many high-income markets, making SPS risk a primary trade disruptor.
What international hygiene guidance is commonly referenced for meat handling and processing?The Codex Alimentarius “Code of Hygienic Practice for Meat” (CAC/RCP 58-2005) is a widely used reference for hygienic production and control practices across the meat supply chain, and it is often used alongside importing-country regulations and buyer specifications.
Sources
Buffalo Meat Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Buffalo Meat market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, India, Argentina, Israel, Pakistan, Chile, Vietnam, Egypt, United States, Brazil, Indonesia, Seychelles, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Italy, United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Germany, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, South Africa, Costa Rica, Russia, Oman, Hong Kong, Senegal, Singapore, Algeria, Bahrain, Jordan, Republic of the Congo, Qatar, Canada, Cambodia, Lebanon, Georgia, Kuwait, Uzbekistan, Brunei, Turkiye, Bhutan, Mexico, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Japan, Uruguay, Spain, Peru, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Comoros, South Korea, Angola, Australia, Bahamas, Ivory Coast, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Gabon, United Kingdom, Ghana, Gambia, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, Honduras, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Libya, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Paraguay, Sweden, Sierra Leone, El Salvador, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Tanzania
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