Meat, as a rich source of protein, vitamins and minerals, has an important place in the food basket of the people of the Middle East and West Asia. The Middle East is one of the main sources of animal husbandry history. Domestic demand and consumption for meat is influential in the domestic markets of the West Asian region. Pricing of meat as a single agricultural product is widely practiced around the world. West Asia is characterized by arid and semi-arid regions, leading to limited water resources for agricultural purposes. Rice and noodles are staple foods in many Asian countries. Halal refers to food that is permissible according to Islamic law. Water scarcity is a major concern in many Middle Eastern countries due to limited freshwater resources and high population densities. West Asian countries have embraced modern agricultural practices to improve food production. Asian food manufacturers produce a vast array of products, including processed foods, snacks, beverages, sauces, seasonings, noodles, rice products, frozen foods, dairy products, and confectionery items.
