Baladna Signs $635M Contracts and Launches Airlift of 30,000 Dairy Cows to Algeria

Baladna has reached a major milestone in its $3.5 billion Algeria dairy project, signing over $635 million in second-phase contracts and launching a 109-flight airlift carrying 30,000 Holstein cows from nine US states. This marks one of the largest coordinated livestock airlifts globally.

The operation forms part of a long-term plan to establish a herd of 270,000 animals across 117,000 hectares, positioning the project as one of the largest integrated dairy developments in the world.

Once operational, the facility is expected to supply up to 50% of Algeria's powdered milk demand. The project will also generate more than 15,000 jobs locally and around 1,200 in the United States, contributing to economic development across both markets.

"This milestone reflects Baladna’s ability to execute complex, large-scale dairy projects and deliver tangible impact on national food security," said Mr. Marek Warzywoda, Group CEO of Baladna.
"Our investment in Algeria is designed to build a long-term, sustainable dairy ecosystem that supports local production, job creation, and supply stability."

For Baladna, the Algeria venture represents a significant step in its international growth strategy, reinforcing its role as a global leader in large-scale dairy development and a strategic partner in advancing food security.