Pakistan's Growing Role in International Animal Health Trade
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Pakistan's Growing Role in International Animal Health Trade

Sheikh Arif Iqbal, CEOApril 10, 20257 min read

Pakistan is rapidly establishing itself as a significant player in the global animal health products trade. Here's how companies like HI Profile International are driving that growth.

Pakistan's livestock and poultry sector is one of the most significant in Asia, contributing nearly 56% of agricultural GDP and supporting the livelihoods of millions of rural families. As the sector modernizes and integrates further into global supply chains, the country is emerging as an important player in international animal health product trade.

The Scale of Pakistan's Poultry Industry

Pakistan has one of the largest poultry industries in the world, with an estimated 1.5 billion broiler birds and 60 million layer birds raised annually. The sector supports over 1.5 million people directly and many more indirectly. This scale creates both enormous demand for quality animal health inputs and the production base for export-oriented growth.

Import Sophistication

Pakistani poultry and livestock producers are increasingly sophisticated in their purchasing decisions. Where once locally manufactured products dominated, today's professional farm managers actively seek imported products that offer superior efficacy, safety, and technical support. This shift has created opportunities for companies like HI Profile International to build bridges between world-class international manufacturers and discerning Pakistani buyers.

Export Opportunities

Beyond importing, Pakistan is developing export capabilities in several areas:

  • Processed Poultry Products: Halal-certified poultry is in growing demand across the Middle East and Central Asia.
  • Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Pakistan's pharmaceutical industry is expanding its animal health division.
  • Technical Expertise: Pakistani veterinarians and nutritionists are increasingly sought after across the region.

HI Profile International's Role

As a Pakistani multinational with established relationships with international partners including Kanters (Netherlands) and others, HI Profile International sits at the intersection of this growing trade. We facilitate the import of premium European animal health products and nutrition solutions while helping Pakistani producers access the international quality standards required for export success.

For inquiries about our international trade capabilities or to discuss partnership opportunities, please contact us at info@hiprofileinternational.com.