The producing population of whole fresh cow milk in Saudi Arabia has shown a steady upward trend from 2013 to 2023, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.87% over the last five years. The actual data depict significant increases with an estimate of 329.72 thousand heads in 2023, up by 2.9% from the previous year. This increase is consistent with the annual growth trends, particularly notable after 2018.
From 2024 onward, the forecasts indicate a continued rise with a 5-year forecasted CAGR of 1.97%, suggesting sustained, albeit slower, growth. The forecasted value for 2028 anticipates 373.48 thousand heads, representing a 10.23% growth over the 5-year period starting in 2024.
Future trends to watch for include potential scaling up of dairy operations, improvement in breeding and livestock management practices, and potential impacts of regional climate and policy changes on milk production capacity.
