Jordanian sheep have been approved for import to Kuwait ahead of Eid Al-Adha, a significant religious festival in the Muslim calendar. This development is expected to boost Jordan's sheep exports, which have been steadily increasing in recent years.
Jordan is the 4th largest exporter of sheep and goats in the world, with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait being the main destinations for its exports[1]. In 2022, Jordan exported $166M worth of sheep and goats, with Saudi Arabia and Qatar being the fastest growing export markets[1].
The demand for Jordanian sheep is already high, with exports standing at 3,300 animals daily to the Gulf countries[2]. In 2022, Jordan exported $22.18M worth of sheep and goats to Kuwait[4], making it a significant market for Jordanian exports.
This news comes as a boost to Jordanian farmers and exporters, who will be able to capitalize on the increased demand for sheep during the Eid Al-Adha festival. The festival, which is celebrated by Muslims worldwide, involves the sacrifice of animals, often sheep, as a symbol of devotion to God.
Citations:
[1] https://oec.world/en/profile/bilateral-product/sheep-and-goats/reporter/jor
[2] https://jordantimes.com/news/local/kingdom-starts-sheep-exports-kuwait
[3] https://oec.world/en/profile/bilateral-product/live-sheep/reporter/jor
[4] https://tradingeconomics.com/jordan/exports/kuwait/sheep-goats-live
[5] https://wits.worldbank.org/trade/comtrade/en/country/All/year/2018/tradeflow/Imports/partner/JOR/product/010410