Al-Kharj: The Saudi Dairy Forum, held in Al-Kharj Governorate from April 23 to 25, concluded with the announcement of agreements valued at over SAR150 million. These agreements encompassed the launch of new dairy companies, partnerships between startups and logistics firms, and support services for production lines, training, and qualification.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the forum brought together representatives from government agencies, Saudi universities, and the private sector. It featured seven dialogue sessions led by experts who discussed the latest advancements in dairy and animal production, food safety, factory technologies, and supply chain innovations.
Abdulaziz Al-Sharif, chairman of the forum's supreme committee, emphasized the forum's role in fostering collaboration to further develop the Kingdom's dairy sector. The sector boasts over 129% self-sufficiency, SAR22 billion in investments, and SAR4.8 billion in exports, underscoring the trust in Saudi dairy products both domestically and internationally.