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Observer
11 hours ago
- Business
- Observer
Salalah Mills signs Russian wheat import deal
SALALAH: Salalah Mills Company in the Dhofar Governorate has announced the signing of an agreement to import 110,000 tonnes of Russian wheat, with the shipments expected to arrive during July and August. This step comes as part of the company's efforts to strengthen Oman's strategic wheat reserves, keeping pace with regional developments and securing the needs of the local market. Eng Ahmed bin Amer al Shanfari, Acting CEO of Salalah Mills stated that the agreement falls within the company's plan to secure its wheat requirements for the second half of 2025. He emphasised the management's commitment to ensuring the stability of food supplies in Oman. In a statement to Oman News Agency (ONA), he noted that Salalah Mills is one of the leading flour production companies in Oman, with a daily production capacity of approximately 1,500 tonnes and a storage capacity exceeding 200,000 tonnes. — ONA
Muscat Daily
11 hours ago
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Salalah Mills signs deal to import 110,000t of Russian wheat
Salalah – Salalah Mills Company has signed an agreement to import 110,000 tonnes of Russian wheat, with shipments scheduled to arrive in July and August 2025. The move is part of the company's strategy to enhance Oman's wheat reserves amid shifting regional dynamics and to meet needs of the local market. Ahmed bin Amer al Shanfari, Acting CEO of Salalah Mills, said the agreement is aligned with the company's procurement plan for the second half of 2025, reflecting its commitment to maintaining food supply stability across the sultanate. 'Salalah Mills remains focused on supporting national food security objectives by ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality wheat,' he said. Salalah Mills is one of Oman's leading flour producers, operating a plant with production capacity of 1,500 tonnes per day. The company's storage facilities can accommodate more than 200,000 tonnes of grain, reinforcing its position as a key player in the country's food supply chain. Meanwhile, farmers across Oman have started harvesting this season's wheat crop, with officials projecting total production from four key governorates to exceed 7,700 tonnes. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, in cooperation with the Agricultural and Fisheries Development Fund, supplied 30 tonnes of wheat seeds at 50% subsidy for the 2024-2025 season. Harvesting machinery has also been provided free of charge, while Oman Flour Mills Company is managing the collection process from farmers.
