Qatar and Algeria advance $3.5B dairy project
Second phase of joint venture focuses on cattle imports, infrastructure development and boosting domestic milk production capacity
ALGIERS, Algeria (MNTV) — Qatar and Algeria have moved forward with the second phase of a major agricultural partnership valued at approximately $3.5 billion, reinforcing efforts to expand large-scale dairy production and enhance long-term food security.
The project, led by Qatar-based Baladna in collaboration with Algerian authorities, has entered a new investment stage worth about $635 million.
This phase is centered on developing cattle breeding systems and agricultural land in Algeria’s southwestern Adrar province, with a focus on powdered milk production.
As part of the rollout, plans are underway to import around 30,000 cattle from the United States over a period of 10 months.
The initiative also includes the construction of key infrastructure such as housing and service facilities, logistics networks, and a concrete production plant to support ongoing development.
Baladna holds a majority 51% stake in the venture, while the remaining share is owned by Algeria’s national investment fund.
The project, initially launched in 2025, is considered among the largest integrated dairy and farming developments currently being implemented globally.
Once fully operational, the site is expected to cover more than one million square meters and support a livestock capacity of up to 270,000 cattle.
Annual production is projected to reach approximately 1.7 billion liters of milk, alongside additional outputs including fodder and meat aimed at strengthening Algeria’s domestic agricultural supply.
Officials say the initiative is designed to reduce reliance on imported dairy products while building a more self-sufficient food system. It also reflects broader cooperation between Qatar and Algeria across key economic sectors, including agriculture, energy and infrastructure.
Analysts note that the project aligns with a wider regional shift toward large-scale agricultural investments, as countries seek to secure food supply chains amid global market volatility.
Such ventures are increasingly seen as strategic tools for improving resilience, supporting rural economies, and ensuring stable access to essential commodities.
The expansion of the project highlights Qatar’s growing investment presence in North Africa and underscores Algeria’s push to modernize its agricultural sector through international partnerships.
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