Nigeria spends an estimated $1.5 billion annually on dairy imports, according to government data, with local production covering less than 40% of demand. Arla’s expansion aims to chip away at that gap.
A favourable 2024/2025 agricultural season enhanced food security and foreign currency inflows, further reinforcing market stability. Nonetheless, constrained liquidity persisted in both ZWG and US$ terms.
Milk is a dietary staple in India, and nearly 30% of consumers recognize their lactose intolerance—despite studies indicating that up to 70% may actually be affected.
This initiative is part of the larger five-year Meliteji-WASU project (2024-2029), funded by the Mastercard Foundation.
This project aligns with national goals on: dairy market growth, value-added dairy products, dairy production efficiency and dairy sector innovation in India.