المملكة: 2.6 million tons .. The abundance of dairy products enhance food security in Ramadan

The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture revealed that dairy products record a noticeable abundance in the market, with a production exceeding “2.6” million tons; This reflects its vital role in meeting the needs of consumers during the holy month of Ramadan.
This came during the awareness campaign launched by the Ministry in conjunction with the advent of the holy month of Ramadan, under the title “Our trip from our land”; It aims to encourage the consumption of local products from dairy and its derivatives, such as cream, yogurt, milk, and other dairy products.
And strengthening the role of farmers and producers in achieving food security, indicating its efforts in supporting national production, and raising the quality and safety of food products, which includes the continuity of its and its provision during the holy month.

Saudi Vision 2030

The ministry explained during its campaign that the Kingdom achieved a self -sufficiency rate in dairy products that amount to “129%” during 2023 AD; This enhances its position as one of the countries producing the dairy sector and its derivatives.
She emphasized her commitment to developing the quality of the sector by supporting local investments, ensuring the abundance of products in the markets, and raising the quality of the supply, in line with the targets of Saudi Vision 2030.
The ministry indicated that the livestock sector is an essential pillar in supporting dairy production in the Kingdom, as it includes more than “7.4” million goat heads, with approximately “502” thousand heads of cows, which contributes to meeting the needs and derivatives of the dairy market.

Encourage local products

The Ministry indicated that the sector is witnessing a remarkable development by adopting the latest technologies in livestock and animal production, which enhances productive efficiency and ensures the sustainability of resources.
It is noteworthy that the campaign aims to raise societal awareness, with the importance of rationalizing food consumption, reducing waste, and enhancing a culture of optimal benefit from available food resources.
The campaign also seeks to encourage the consumption of local products, and to support farmers and national producers, to ensure the sustainability of food production and enhance food security in the Kingdom.