About Marai Almatar

At Marai Almatar, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between the world’s finest sheep farms and Saudi Arabia’s growing demand for premium livestock. Our commitment spans every stage, from farm gate to final delivery. Ensuring that your supply is healthy, compliant, and delivered on time.

We Consistently Ensure Quality

Founded over decades ago by a team of livestock and logistics experts, Marai Almatar began with a simple yet powerful vision: to bring consistently healthy, top‑quality sheep to Saudi Arabia’s tables. What started as a modest operation importing a few thousand heads each season has grown into a full‑scale enterprise, moving over nine million sheep annually from more than eighteen countries.
Our journey has been shaped by unwavering integrity, deep market insight, and a passion for supporting the Kingdom’s food security goals. Along the way, we have invested in state‑of‑the‑art quarantine facilities, digital traceability systems, and strategic port partnerships, always keeping the well‑being of the animals and the satisfaction of our clients at the heart of everything we do.

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9000000

Sheep Imported Annually

Authorized Supplier Countries

130

Global Farm Partners

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s livestock supply chain by importing healthy, high-quality, and unique animals from trusted, accredited farms across Africa, Western Europe, South America, and other certified regions worldwide. We are committed to delivering premium and distinctive breeds, including meat and wool breeds, that are not commonly available in the Kingdom. Our selection includes breeds sourced from South Africa, Western Europe, and beyond, chosen for characteristics such as growth performance, feed efficiency, carcass quality, and genetic value.

Our role encompasses identifying suitable farms, verifying health status, securing veterinary documentation, and coordinating international transport under fully regulated, transparent procedures. Each shipment is managed through structured breed selection criteria, compliance checks, and clear communication with clients. We ensure every animal meets the highest standards of health, welfare, and regulatory compliance.

Through our extensive network of global farm partners, advanced logistics systems, and a dedicated team of veterinarians, procurement specialists, and operations experts, we support national food security goals by providing a consistent, year-round supply. Even during peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj. Our aim is to offer reliable service and superior livestock options that expand beyond locally dominant breeds, giving buyers access to diverse genetics and consistent quality that meet commercial requirements.

OUR VISION

Marai Almatar’s vision is to become the most trusted, dependable, and internationally recognized livestock import partner for both the public and private sectors in Saudi Arabia and the wider region. We aspire to be the leading gateway for premium global livestock. Uniting international suppliers, local markets, and regulatory bodies through integrity, professionalism, and operational excellence.

Our goal is to establish a reliable channel through which specialized international breeds enter the Saudi market, creating a dependable link between high-standard foreign farms and local buyers seeking animals with specific characteristics not readily available domestically. We aim to expand our global sourcing network, invest in advanced veterinary oversight and traceability systems, and adopt innovative logistics solutions to elevate industry standards.

We envision a future where Marai Almatar sets the benchmark for quality, compliance, and ethical livestock importation. By broadening the range of imported breeds, enhancing breed authenticity documentation, and fostering long-term partnerships with farms maintaining traceable breeding practices, we seek to contribute meaningfully to national food security, support the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals, and build lasting trust with partners, farms, and customers across the world. Our ultimate ambition is to cultivate a diverse livestock landscape in Saudi Arabia, enabling commercial buyers to rely on imported breeds for targeted production goals, seasonal demands, and specialized market segments.

OUR VALUES

1. Quality, Animal Welfare & Breed Authenticity
We place animal health, quality, and breed authenticity at the core of our operations. All imported animals undergo thorough veterinary checks, vaccinations, and export certifications aligned with Saudi regulations. We work exclusively with farms that meet internationally recognized welfare standards and provide clear, verified records to ensure breed specifics and genetic integrity. Every shipment is managed to match the agreed-upon breed specifications, supported by detailed documentation from exporting farms.

2. Compliance, Regulatory Adherence & Documentation
Our activities strictly follow Saudi veterinary, customs, and import regulations. We maintain standardized internal procedures for managing health records, breed data, and shipment documentation, ensuring full traceability and legal compliance. We verify all veterinary and export certifications before shipment to uphold accuracy and transparency.

3. Global Partnerships & Supplier Accountability
We cultivate deep, long-term relationships with reputable farms across 18+ countries, selected for their ability to deliver consistent breed quality, transparent practices, and reliable certification. Our partnerships are built on mutual trust, shared quality standards, and continuous performance monitoring to ensure dependable sourcing.

4. Breed Diversification & Customer-Specific Supply
Our portfolio focuses on importing breeds that are uncommon in Saudi Arabia, such as South African meat breeds, European dual-purpose breeds, and performance-oriented genetic lines. We tailor our sourcing to meet the specific needs of local buyers for commercial production, breeding programs, or seasonal trading, ensuring imported animals align with their operational goals.

5. Operational Excellence & Animal Handling
We optimize every stage of the import process—from procurement and shipping logistics to quarantine and final delivery—aiming to minimize risks and reduce costs. Animals are transported under strict standards that prioritize their health, welfare, and fitness for travel, with adherence to best practices in handling and welfare guidelines at all times.

6. Customer Commitment & Market Responsiveness
Our clients—wholesalers, distributors, retailers, and government agencies—trust us for reliable, competitive, and consistent supply. We actively listen to market needs, offering customized sourcing strategies that support various breeds, sizes, and seasonal demands.

7. Safety, Traceability & Certification
We ensure full traceability of every shipment, maintaining meticulous records of health, breed data, and certification documentation. This guarantees that our clients receive animals that are safe, legally compliant, and properly certified.

8. Contribution to National Food Security
We view our work as a vital contribution to Saudi Arabia’s long-term food security. By diversifying import regions, breeds, and production types, and ensuring a stable, year-round supply, we help reduce dependence on limited local options and bolster market resilience.

9. Sustainability & Ethical Practices
We promote responsible sourcing, reducing environmental impact, and continuous improvement in livestock transport standards. Our commitment includes respecting animal welfare, conserving resources, and supporting sustainable trade practices across our operations.

Our Dedicated team

Behind our success is a dedicated team of over 50 professionals, including but not limited to experienced livestock breeders, farm managers, animal nutritionists, veterinary experts, sales specialists, and support staff.