With rising affluence and a young population with evolving dietary habits, the Mena region has shown continued growth and appetite for dairy, confectionery and bakery applications. The region will account for as much as 24% of world dairy imports in 2027. Exports of US dairy products to the Middle East, Egypt and Morocco totalled 4,357 metric tons (MT) for the month of January 2019, said Nina Halal, Director, USDEC Middle East & North Africa.
US dairy ingredients powering Mena food & beverage innovation
