Nadec Subsidiary Unveils $533 Million Livestock Megaproject to Transform Saudi Meat Industry

 HAIL, Saudi Arabia — In a major move set to reshape the Kingdom’s meat production landscape, Al-Ra’i National Livestock Company, a subsidiary of the National Agricultural Development Company (Nadec), has launched an ambitious SAR 2 billion ($533 million) livestock and meat production project in Hail.

Backed by SAR 1.1 billion in financing from the Agricultural Development Fund, the project aims to build one of the most advanced and integrated livestock farming operations in the region. With plans to raise and process up to one million sheep annually by 2030, the venture promises to significantly boost local meat supply, reduce Saudi Arabia’s dependence on imports, and position the country as a hub of sustainable, high-tech animal agriculture.

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More than just a business initiative, this project marks a strategic milestone in advancing the goals of Saudi Vision 2030—from food security and economic diversification to empowering rural communities. By introducing modern technology and sustainable practices into traditional animal husbandry, Al-Ra’i is laying the foundation for a new era of productivity and resilience in the sector.

To deepen its roots in the Hail region, Al-Ra’i has also signed strategic partnerships with key local institutions, including the University of Hail, the Sulaiman Al-Rajhi Foundation for Development Finance, and the Entag Association for Productive Families. These collaborations aim to foster research, train students, support local artisans and producers, and create opportunities in industries such as wool and leather—all while promoting social development.

Nadec, which holds a 51% stake in Al-Ra’i alongside Al Muhaidib Group, sees this project not just as a business investment, but as a powerful catalyst for regional transformation—economically, socially, and environmentally