Аннотация
The objective is to analyze the current state of the country’s meat subcomplex, determine its development prospects, and identify factors limiting its further growth. Methods include analytical methods for studying the current situation in the republic’s meat industry and identifying future guidelines; statistical methods for processing and interpreting official data on production, processing, and consumption of meat products; comparative methods for comparing domestic sector indicators with foreign analogues; a systems approach to consider the meat cluster as a set of interconnected elements of production, processing, and sales; and an economic analysis method to substantiate conclusions and formulate recommendations. Results – the importance of the meat product segment, which is essential for the production of meat products, is noted. Its sustainable functioning can be ensured through comprehensive work in key areas. The meat sector, as one of the key elements of the agro-industrial complex, has strategic value for the economy and food security of the state, providing the population with essential food products and export opportunities. The role of integration and cooperation in enhancing the effectiveness of the meat industry is highlighted. Proposals for improving regulation and innovative modernization of the meat sector are formulated. Emphasis is placed on key constraints to effective structural transformation, including insufficient integration of market participants, raw material instability, and a low share of high valueadded products. The expediency of transitioning to a strategically oriented model based on technological modernization, digitalization, and strengthening cooperative links is demonstrated. Conclusions – the implementation of the proposed measures will increase the efficiency of the meat industry in Kazakhstan, strengthen its competitive position, form a competitive domestic meat trade system in structure and volume in accordance with physiological consumption standards, and expand the presence of domestic products in the international business environment