Saudi Arabia forecasts increased wheat demand
Domestic wheat consumption in Saudi Arabia in the 2025/26 season is projected to reach 4.6 million tonnes, with annual growth of 3-4%. This trend is driven by three key factors:
➡️ Rapid population growth.
➡️ Increasing number of migrant workers.
➡️ A booming tourism sector.
As the leisure and hospitality industry expands, demand from the food service sector, particularly for bakery products, is expected to increase significantly in the coming years. Meanwhile, the country’s General Authority for Food Security (GFSA) estimates domestic wheat production at 1.1 million tonnes in 2025/26. An additional 3.1 million tonnes will be imported.
To date, the GFSA has contracted 2.05 million tonnes of wheat for delivery through April 2026. Russia is the main supplier, followed by Romania, Brazil, Uruguay and Bulgaria.
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