Vietnam's meat market is growing rapidly due to rising incomes and population growth. While pork production meets domestic demand, there are shortages in beef and chicken. Geographical limitations, reliance on imported feed, and small farm sizes constrain sustainable livestock raising. Meat imports have doubled in four years, with bovine meat imports increasing four-fold and now accounting for 45% of total meat imports. While pork remains the most consumed meat, beef and poultry consumption are growing faster. Foreign meat producers have competitive advantages over local producers due to economies of scale and access to cheap feed. However, large Vietnamese companies adopting integrated production models from feed to retail are finding success in competing. The opening market presents opportunities for foreign investors but also challenges for