The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry established four working groups to boost meat exports. The groups will also diversify product offerings for international markets. Key priorities include stopping the spread of infectious livestock diseases. Improving hygiene and sanitary regulations for exported meat remains essential. Aligning these standards with international practices will open more markets.
By the end of 2025, Mongolia’s meat exports reached 85,624 tonnes. That figure marks a 20 percent increase compared to the previous year. Export revenue rose to a record 345.3 million US dollars. Horse meat accounted for 34,653 tonnes of the total. Processed meat products made up 22,528 tonnes of shipments.
China buys 62 percent of all Mongolian meat exports. Gulf countries such as Iran and Iraq receive 22 percent of shipments. Meat exports fell by an average of 45 percent between 2020 and 2022. The low point came in 2022 with only 16,000 tonnes shipped overseas.
Since 2023, Mongolian meat exports have surged dramatically. The sector reached 80,400 tonnes that year. The 2025 figures have now surpassed even that recovery level. Working groups will focus on preventing livestock disease outbreaks. Stronger sanitary standards will help maintain access to export markets. Diversifying product offerings reduces reliance on a few meat categories.
The meat export surge depends on maintaining animal health across Mongolia. Improved hygiene regulations will build confidence among international buyers. Processed meat products offer higher value than raw meat exports. Therefore, developing processing capacity remains a strategic priority.
