Higher over the period
UAE Egg Production moved from 47.83 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 58.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+22.5%), an average of +2.3% a year. The series high was 61.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 46.59 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What UAE Egg Production shows
UAE Egg Production was 58.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.2% on 2023. The UAE Egg Production dataset provides a comprehensive assessment of the country's egg production performance and poultry farming trends between 2015 and 2024. Measured in Thousand Tonnes, the dataset serves as an important benchmark for evaluating poultry productivity, agricultural output, food supply capacity, and the overall development of the UAE's egg industry.
A 24.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2017) is 15.11 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +22.4% in 2018.
Ranks 31 of 32 countries covered
Among the 32 countries in this dataset, UAE ranks 31 for 2024, behind China (35,880 Thousand Tonnes) and India (8,102 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
UAE Egg Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 58.60 | +2.2% |
| 2023 | 57.37 | −1.9% |
| 2022 | 58.45 | −2.6% |
| 2021 | 59.99 | +11.8% |
| 2020 | 53.67 | −13% |
| 2019Peak | 61.70 | +8.2% |
| 2018 | 57.00 | +22.4% |
| 2017 Trough | 46.59 | −8% |
| 2016 | 50.66 | +5.9% |
| 2015 | 47.83 | — |
Regional context
How UAE compares in Asia
Egg Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. UAE is highlighted.
1China35,880
2India8,102
3Indonesia6,849
4Japan2,481
5Turkey1,322
6Thailand1,139
7Malaysia857.8
15UAE58.60
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Egg Production — – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The data includes the annual production of hen eggs and other poultry eggs intended for human consumption, food processing, and industrial food applications. It covers eggs produced by commercial poultry farms as well as other officially reported poultry production systems. The figures represent gross domestic egg production compiled from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years.
The data excludes hatching eggs intended solely for breeding, processed egg products such as liquid, dried, or powdered eggs, egg imports and exports, poultry meat production, live poultry inventories, and post-production losses. It also excludes informal or unrecorded production not captured in official agricultural statistics and eggs produced by wild birds or other non-commercial sources not included in national agricultural reporting.
About this indicator
Egg Production — – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Based on the validated data, the UAE recorded moderate fluctuations in egg production throughout the study period while maintaining an overall upward trend. Egg production increased from 47.83 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 50.66 thousand tonnes in 2016, before declining to 46.59 thousand tonnes in 2017, representing the lowest production level during the study period. Output recovered significantly to 57.00 thousand tonnes in 2018 and increased further to 61.70 thousand tonnes in 2019, marking the highest production level during the first half of the study period. Production declined to 53.67 thousand tonnes in 2020 before recovering to 59.99 thousand tonnes in 2021. Output eased slightly to 58.45 thousand tonnes in 2022 and 57.37 thousand tonnes in 2023, before increasing to 58.60 thousand tonnes in 2024. The overall trend reflects the resilience of the UAE's poultry sector, supported by continued investment in domestic food production and modern farming technologies.
The dataset provides valuable insights into the UAE's egg production trends, poultry farming performance, and agricultural supply chain development. It supports historical trend analysis, production benchmarking, market assessment, and forecasting of future egg supply. Farmers, poultry producers, food manufacturers, retailers, policymakers, investors, researchers, and industry stakeholders can use the dataset to evaluate production performance, identify growth opportunities, improve operational planning, and strengthen supply chain resilience. The data is also valuable for assessing the UAE's progress toward enhanced food security, supporting agricultural innovation, improving production efficiency, and promoting sustainable development across the poultry and agri-food industries.
- Indicator
- Egg Production
- Country
- UAE
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is UAE Egg Production?
Definition – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What was UAE Egg Production in 2024?
UAE Egg Production was 58.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.2% on 2023.
How has UAE Egg Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
UAE Egg Production moved from 47.83 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 58.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+22.5%), an average of +2.3% a year. The series high was 61.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 46.59 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest UAE Egg Production?
The highest value was 61.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the lowest was 46.59 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What does the UAE Egg Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the annual production of hen eggs and other poultry eggs intended for human consumption, food processing, and industrial food applications. It covers eggs produced by commercial poultry farms as well as other officially reported poultry production systems. The figures represent gross domestic egg production compiled from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years. Excluded: The data excludes hatching eggs intended solely for breeding, processed egg products such as liquid, dried, or powdered eggs, egg imports and exports, poultry meat production, live poultry inventories, and post-production losses. It also excludes informal or unrecorded production not captured in official agricultural statistics and eggs produced by wild birds or other non-commercial sources not included in national agricultural reporting.
Where does the UAE Egg Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?time=2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Eggs%2C+total&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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