A Strategic Leap for Food Security: “Aviagen Arabia” Invests $200 Million in Al-Jouf

In a decisive move toward strengthening the Kingdom’s food sovereignty, and with the combined support of the Ministry of Investment and the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, “Aviagen Arabia” has launched its latest project in the Al-Jouf region. This venture stands as one of the company’s largest global investments, with a capital expenditure exceeding $200 million (approximately SAR 750 million).

​Project Objectives and Economic Impact
​The project primarily aims to localize the poultry “Great Grandparent” and “Grandparent” industry, a move considered the cornerstone of sustainable local supply chains in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. The key pillars of the project include:

• ​Production Capacity: A target output of 15 million parent chicks annually, with the built-in flexibility to expand in response to evolving market demands.
• ​Food and Bio-Security: Reducing reliance on imports and ensuring the continuity of poultry supplies under the highest safety standards.
• ​Operational Excellence: The company will maintain full operational control over the facility, ensuring agile decision-making and the implementation of world-class quality and productivity benchmarks.                            ​”This investment transcends financial figures; it is a fundamental step toward securing food supply chains and transforming the Kingdom into a leading regional hub for livestock production.”