India Meat Market (2026-2032) | Size, Revenue, Trends, Growth, Companies, Share, Industry, Analysis, Value, Forecast & Outlook

Market Forecast By Product (Chicken, Beef, Pork, Mutton, Others), By Type (Raw, Processed), By Distribution Channel (Departmental Stores, Specialty Stores, Hypermarket/ Supermarket, Online Sales Channel, Others) And Competitive Landscape

Product Code: ETC171343 Publication Date: Jul 2023 Updated Date: Dec 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Ravi Bhandari No. of Pages: 70 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 5

India Meat Market Highlights

Report Name India Meat Market
Forecast period 2026-2032
CAGR 8.9%
Growing Sector Poultry meat

Topics Covered in India Meat Market Report

India Meat Market report thoroughly covers the market by product, by type, by distribution channel. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the on-going market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

India Meat Market Synopsis

India Meat Market has been rising at a faster pace and it is anticipated to attain more success during the forecast period. A number of drivers have been helping in escalating the growth of the market in the country. Growing health concerns regarding the consumption of red meat is the major factor contributing to the growth of this market.

According to 6Wresearch, the India Meat Market size is projected to rise at a compound annual growth rate of 8.9% during 2026–2032. The sector is majorly driven by the growing demand for packaged and processed meat products. The rising health concerns regarding consumption of red meat is likely to stimulate the growth of white meat such as poultry and fish, which will have a positive impact on the India Meat Market. Some other key drivers of the market growth include rising population levels, health consciousness among consumers, increasing per capita income levels, favorable government regulations on poultry production and imports/exports from neighboring countries like Bangladesh and Nepal. Additionally, technological advances such as precision farming techniques are helping improve animal husbandry practices which can further enhance productivity levels across different segments of this industry. The future of the market will be bright as many factors support the market progression. Despite these positive trends there are still some challenges that face the India meat industry including high operating costs due to inadequate infrastructure; availability of unhygienic or substandard products; lack of cold storage facilities; stringent regulations affecting exports/imports from other countries; and poor animal husbandry practices leading to low productivity rates.

Key Players of the Market

The key players driving growth within this sector are Godrej Agrovet Ltd., Venkyas (India) Ltd., Suguna Foods Pvt Ltd., Tyson Foods etc. These companies have strong distribution networks across India, enabling them to reach out to customers quickly while also providing value added services like freshness guarantees which helps set them apart from smaller competitors operating at local level. Furthermore, their focus on research & development efforts helps ensure supply chain efficiencies through improved product quality standards along with cost savings opportunities arising out of economies-of-scale operations

Indian Meat Market Size

India Meat Market has been accomplishing success and the size of this market is continuously growing since the establishment of this market and this success of the industry depends on several factors. One key factor is the health benefits of consuming meat in the country. Diversification of products is another factor contributing to the progression of the market. The market offers diverse range of meat products including traditional options such as mutton, seafood, chicken, and exploring options such as lab-grown or plant-based meats. Ensuring high-quality, safe, and high-quality meat products is essential. Incorporating modern technologies in areas such as processing, packaging, as well as distribution may aid in enhance efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce waste. All these factors help in the India Meat Market Growth.

Government Initiatives in India Meat Market

The government of the country has been taking a number of initiatives that have been aiding the market growth. One key initiative is the National Livestock Mission which aims at sustainable development of livestock and it focuses on rising production of livestock and product, which has a direct impact on the meat market. Another program is the National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development focuses on enhancing productivity of dairy as well as meat. National mission on food processing helps in establishing the meat processing unites as well as cold storage facilities that directly benefit the market.

Market by Product

On the basis of type, chicken meat acquired the highest consumption in India. It was preferred due to its relatively lower cost, versatility, and lower cultural and religious restrictions compared to beef or pork. The same segment will continue to rise in the near future.

Market by Type

Based on type, raw meat products such as whole cuts and unprocessed meats, were stable in the market. Processed meat products such as sausages, bacon, and other value-added items experienced growth owing to the changing preferences of consumers.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

  • 10 Years of Market Numbers.
  • Historical Data Starting from 2022 to 2025.
  • Base Year: 2025
  • Forecast Data until 2032.
  • Key Performance Indicators Impacting the market.
  • Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • India Meat Market Outlook
  • Market Size of India Meat Market, 2025
  • Forecast of India Meat Market, 2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Revenues & Volume for the Period 2022-2032
  • India Meat Market Trend Evolution
  • India Meat Market Drivers and Challenges
  • India Meat Price Trends
  • India Meat Porter's Five Forces
  • India Meat Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Product for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Chicken for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Beef for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Pork for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Mutton for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Raw for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Processed for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Distribution Channel for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Departmental Stores for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Specialty Stores for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Hypermarket/ Supermarket for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Online Sales Channel for the Period 2022-2032
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Meat Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2022-2032
  • India Meat Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Product
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channel
  • India Meat Top Companies Market Share
  • India Meat Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • India Meat Company Profiles
  • India Meat Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Covered

The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:

By Product

  • Chicken
  • Beef
  • Pork
  • Mutton
  • Others

By Type

  • Raw
  • Processed

By Distribution Channel

  • Departmental Stores
  • Specialty Stores
  • Hypermarket/ Supermarket
  • Online Sales Channel
  • Others

India Meat Market (2026-2032): FAQs

The sector is majorly driven by the growing demand for packaged and processed meat products. The rising health concerns regarding consumption of red meat is likely to stimulate the growth of white meat such as poultry and fish, which will have a positive impact on the India Meat Market.
The high operating costs due to inadequate infrastructure; availability of unhygienic or substandard products; lack of cold storage facilities; stringent regulations affecting exports/imports from other countries; and poor animal husbandry practices leading to low productivity rates.
The key players driving growth within this sector are Godrej Agrovet Ltd., Venky’s (India) Ltd., Suguna Foods Pvt Ltd., Tyson Foods etc.
Segments that are covered in the market report are by product, type, and distribution channel.
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1 Executive Summary
2 Introduction
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report
2.2 Report Description
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation
2.4 Research Methodology
2.5 Assumptions
3 India Meat Market Overview
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators
3.2 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F
3.3 India Meat Market - Industry Life Cycle
3.4 India Meat Market - Porter's Five Forces
3.5 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2022 & 2032F
3.6 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2022 & 2032F
3.7 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F
4 India Meat Market Dynamics
4.1 Impact Analysis
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of the middle-class population in India leading to higher meat consumption.
4.2.2 Changing dietary preferences towards protein-rich foods, including meat, due to rising health awareness.
4.2.3 Growth of organized retail sector providing better access to a variety of meat products.
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 Cultural and religious factors influencing meat consumption patterns in certain regions of India.
4.3.2 Concerns over health risks associated with consuming processed and red meat.
5 India Meat Market Trends
6 India Meat Market, By Types
6.1 India Meat Market, By Product
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis
6.1.2 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2022-2032F
6.1.3 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Chicken, 2022-2032F
6.1.4 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Beef, 2022-2032F
6.1.5 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Pork, 2022-2032F
6.1.6 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Mutton, 2022-2032F
6.1.7 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F
6.2 India Meat Market, By Type
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis
6.2.2 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Raw, 2022-2032F
6.2.3 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Processed, 2022-2032F
6.3 India Meat Market, By Distribution Channel
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis
6.3.2 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Departmental Stores, 2022-2032F
6.3.3 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2022-2032F
6.3.4 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket/ Supermarket, 2022-2032F
6.3.5 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Sales Channel, 2022-2032F
6.3.6 India Meat Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F
7 India Meat Market Import-Export Trade Statistics
7.1 India Meat Market Export to Major Countries
7.2 India Meat Market Imports from Major Countries
8 India Meat Market Key Performance Indicators
8.1 Average household expenditure on meat products.
8.2 Number of meat processing units in operation.
8.3 Percentage increase in meat imports compared to previous years.
9 India Meat Market - Opportunity Assessment
9.1 India Meat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2022 & 2032F
9.2 India Meat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2022 & 2032F
9.3 India Meat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F
10 India Meat Market - Competitive Landscape
10.1 India Meat Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025
10.2 India Meat Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters
11 Company Profiles
12 Recommendations
13 Disclaimer
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