JBS Plans to Double Chicken Production in Saudi Arabia to Support Local Supply
JBS announced plans to double production at its Jeddah plant by the end of 2026. This expansion supports Saudi efforts to reduce its reliance on food imports.
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JBS S.A. announced on January 22, 2026, that it will double production output at its chicken processing plant in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 
SA, by the end of 2026. This move aligns with the national strategy of Saudi Arabiato reduce its reliance on food imports. Joao Campos joao campos, the CEO of the JBS S.A.Seara division, confirmed the expansion plans today.
SA, by the end of 2026. This move aligns with the national strategy of Saudi Arabiato reduce its reliance on food imports. Joao Campos joao campos, the CEO of the JBS S.A.Seara division, confirmed the expansion plans today.The Brazilian food giant from Brazil 
BRintroduced its Seara brand to consumers in Saudi Arabiain 2021. Since then, JBS S.A.has invested a total of $85 million in the country. This investment has helped the Seara brand become a top-three market share leader in the local market while selling a range of beef and chicken products.
BRintroduced its Seara brand to consumers in Saudi Arabiain 2021. Since then, JBS S.A.has invested a total of $85 million in the country. This investment has helped the Seara brand become a top-three market share leader in the local market while selling a range of beef and chicken products.
