Abstract
This paper estimates demand elasticities for camel meat in Saudi Arabia (KSA) using the Linear Approximate Almost Ideal Demand System (LA-AIDS) model and the nonlinear AIDS model. The results show that the demand for camel meat is price inelastic. The income elasticity of demand for camel meat, based on the linear AIDS model, shows that camel meat is an inferior good, while the nonlinear AIDS model indicates that camel meat is a normal good. Furthermore, this paper estimates nutrients elasticity of meat in KSA by focusing on energy, protein, and fat. Compared to other meat products, the results show that energy and protein received from camel meat consumption are considered the least affected meat item in KSA by income and price changes. Fat received from camel meat consumption is more sensitive to prices and income changes compared to other meat items in KSA.