GFSA Governor Reviews Wheat Supply Readiness in Makkah Region
Ahmed Al-Faris, Governor of the General Food Security Authority (GFSA), conducted an inspection tour of the National Grain Supply Company (SABIL) facilities in Jeddah and Al-Jumum, within the Makkah Region, to evaluate their preparedness in meeting the wheat supply demands of flour mills ahead of the 1446 Hajj season.
During the visit, officials reviewed operational plans approved for the Hajj period, current wheat stock levels, and measures in place to swiftly respond to flour milling companies' requests.
Governor Al-Faris affirmed that the daily output of flour mills in Jeddah, Al-Jumum, and Madinah sufficiently covers consumption needs. He also highlighted that strategic reserves have been established, with over 600,000 tons of wheat and 935,000 bags of flour (each 45 kilograms) stockpiled across SABIL branches and milling companies in Makkah and Madinah, all ready for immediate deployment. Nationally, additional strategic reserves exceed 1.2 million tons of wheat.
Al-Faris called on all involved entities to intensify their efforts and heighten their state of readiness to serve pilgrims, underscoring the vital role of SABIL and flour milling companies in ensuring continuous access to essential staples throughout the Hajj season.
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