In today’s world of growing demand and limited resources, food security has become a global priority. At Al Hitmi Foods, we recognize that access to safe, nutritious, and sustainable food is essential for both human wellbeing and agricultural progress. Through our operations in dry food and animal feed production, we contribute to strengthening food systems that nourish communities and support long-term sustainability.
Understanding Food Security
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to maintain a healthy and active life. This is supported by four main pillars:
- Availability – Ensuring consistent food production and supply through sustainable sourcing.
- Access – Guaranteeing that food remains affordable and accessible to all segments of society.
- Utilization – Promoting proper nutrition, safety, and dietary diversity.
- Stability – Sustaining food access through resilient systems that can withstand economic or environmental disruptions.
These principles guide the mission and operations of Al Hitmi Foods every day.
Al Hitmi Foods’ Role in Food Security
As a trusted dry food supplier and animal feed manufacturer in Qatar, Al Hitmi Foods plays a significant role in advancing food security across multiple sectors.
- Dry Food Division: We provide essential staples such as rice, pulses, grains, and other dry food items that form the core of balanced diets. Our sourcing and processing standards ensure that every product meets international quality and safety benchmarks while maintaining nutritional value.
- Animal Feed Division: Livestock plays a critical role in the global food chain. Our scientifically formulated animal feed products are designed to promote livestock health and productivity, which directly supports food availability and sustainable farming.
By ensuring quality in both human and animal nutrition, Al Hitmi Foods contributes to a balanced and reliable food supply chain.
Sustainability and Innovation at the Core
Sustainability is central to everything we do. Al Hitmi Foods continues to invest in eco-friendly manufacturing, efficient resource utilization, and responsible sourcing practices that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact.
Recent global studies show that approximately 13% of food is lost during post-harvest and processing stages, while 19% is wasted at the retail and consumer levels. These figures highlight the importance of sustainable operations. Through optimized production and logistics systems, we aim to contribute to reducing this global challenge.
Our investment in innovation and technology also enhances product traceability, quality assurance, and operational efficiency—ensuring consistent value for our customers and partners.
A Shared Commitment to a Secure Future
Food security is a shared global responsibility that requires collaboration between governments, organizations, and communities. At Al Hitmi Foods, we remain committed to supporting Qatar’s vision for a sustainable and self-reliant food sector by continuously improving our practices and expanding our contribution to the national and regional food supply chain.
Our promise is simple yet powerful: to deliver quality, reliability, and sustainability in every product we offer—because a secure food future begins with responsible choices today.
