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The GCC dairy market was valued at USD 11.64 Billion in 2025. Rising institutional demand from airlines, HORECA chains, and hospital catering services is significantly boosting bulk dairy procurement, prompting suppliers to scale up operations with quality assurance and cold chain integration. As a result, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.30% during the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of USD 19.51 Billion by 2035.
GCC dairy market growth is also accelerated by health-conscious consumers and a policy-backed ecosystem. Local governments are increasingly aiming for food self-sufficiency, especially in the dairy sector. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, for instance, includes considerable investments in modernising livestock farming and building climate-resilient dairy infrastructure. Notably, Saudi Arabia’s agricultural GDP reached approximately SAR 114 billion in 2024.
Moreover, the GCC dairy industry is benefiting from robust infrastructural upgrades. UAE’s AgriTech initiatives are introducing vertical farming techniques even in dairy fodder cultivation. According to the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), pilot hydroponic systems for cattle feed have reduced water consumption by nearly 60%, significantly reducing production costs. The market growth is also boosted by increased public-private partnerships. For instance, in January 2025, Almarai, the region’s dairy giant, launched a USD 1.8 billion expansion plan to tap into emerging dairy demand across Oman and Kuwait.
Rising regional consumption and strategic dairy diplomacy are further shaping the GCC dairy market dynamics as a resilient, high-opportunity space for B2B stakeholders. Governments have begun relaxing import duties for dairy technology, encouraging international players to collaborate with local firms.
2025
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Greek and probiotic yogurt consumption is growing rapidly in the GCC countries, driven by its perceived health benefits and the availability of a wide range of flavours.
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As per industry reports, Qatar witnessed the highest milk and dairy production growth rate in the GCC at 25.7% CAGR, while Saudi Arabia was the region's leading producer, accounting for 71.4% of total output in 2021.
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The GCC region's overall self-sufficiency ratio for milk and dairy products stood at 62.6% in 2021, the highest among all food categories. Saudi Arabia had the highest self-sufficiency ratio at 81.0%, followed by Qatar (77.9%), Oman (46.6%), and the UAE (35.5%).
Leading Manufacturers in the GCC Dairy Market
Market players are expanding their domestic dairy production by investing in dairy farms, processing facilities
Almarai Company, founded in 1977 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a prominent player in the dairy market. They offer a wide range of dairy products such as milk, cheese, yogurt, along with juices and bakery items.
National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC), established in the early 1980s and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a key player in the dairy industry. Their product range includes dairy products, red meat, vegetables, and fruits.
Al Rawabi Dairy Company, founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a significant dairy producer in the region. Company offers a variety of dairy items to consumers, contributing to the availability of fresh and quality dairy products in the UAE.
Nestlé S.A, established in 1866, is a global food and beverage conglomerate headquartered in Switzerland, Europe. Its portfolio includes dairy products, coffee, water, baby food, breakfast cereals, confectionery, and pet foods.
Other key players in the GCC dairy market report include Al Ain Dairy, Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, Arla Foods amba, and Lactalis Group, among others.
GCC Dairy Market Report Snapshots
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In 2025, the GCC dairy market reached an approximate value of USD 11.64 Billion.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.30% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to USD 19.51 Billion by 2035.
Key strategies driving the market include partnering with tech firms, launching functional dairy lines, localizing cold chain networks, integrating IoT in farming, and diversifying into plant-based variants.
The key challenges are high feed import costs, extreme weather impact on livestock health, and navigating inconsistent cross-border regulations within GCC.
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain are the leading regions in the market, with Saudi Arabia accounting for a significant market share in terms of production.
Based on product, the market is divided into fluid milk, UHT milk, flavoured milk, cream, butter, anhydrous milk fat (AMF), skimmed milk powder, whole milk powder, whey protein (powder and concentrate), lactose, casein, cheese, yoghurt, and ice-cream, among others.
Key players in the market are Almarai Company, National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC), Al Rawabi Dairy Company, Al Ain Dairy, Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), Nestlé S.A., Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, Arla Foods amba, and Lactalis Group, among others.
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