Keeping up with the neighbours

摘要

Consumption of fresh milk and dairy products in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has enjoyed strong growth during the past decade, buoyed by the increase in population and the rising number of tourists and business visitors each year. Prospects for the dairy industry remain bright, encouraging dairy companies to invest further in milk production and dairy processing plant facilities. Competition remains brisk, however, with imports of fresh milk from subsidised producers in Saudi Arabia, making it essential for UAE dairy companies to launch new value added items such as functional milk and yogurt products.