Animal Production
From pasture to stable, meet the animals at the heart of our farm, raised with care, respect, and the highest standards of welfare.
A Heritage of Livestock Care
Our Animal Production Division was established in 1998 alongside the founding of Al Sulaiteen Agricultural & Industrial Complex. Today, we maintain a diverse and resilient livestock operation across five specialized units, all kept in healthy, controlled environments.
Awassi sheep, brought in from Syria, form the main herd. Over the years, additional species have been added to build the current stock, evolving the division into a fully integrated operation that combines traditional Qatari livestock heritage with modern animal husbandry practices.
Sheep Unit
Awassi sheep are known as a dual-purpose breed, prized for their tender meat and delicious milk, the latter used for making cheese and ghee. The breed adapts exceptionally well to the local environment and tolerates disease, qualities that have made it the cornerstone of our flock.
We are working to expand the project over the coming year to reach 1,000 sheep heads annually, ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality meat and dairy to the Qatari market.
Poultry Unit
This unit specializes in producing local chicken breeds for supply to other farms, in addition to fertilized and table eggs for direct sale. It is supported by on-site hatcheries for layer chicks, turkey, and other birds, with ongoing work to improve both the size and quantity of eggs produced from local chicken stock.
A recent extension and upgrade of the local chicken project introduced cage raising, which significantly enhances production, reduces feed waste, minimizes the use of veterinary medicines, and lowers the rate of broken or dirty eggs.
Alongside layer hens, we also raise broiler chicken, Guinea fowl, and turkey, broadening our poultry offering for both retail and wholesale customers.
Camel Unit
Our camel unit includes a number of animals descended from the finest Arabian breeds, representing an ancient heritage of the Qatari community. The unit is dedicated to breeding and the steady increase of our herd, preserving the lineage and cultural significance of the Arabian camel for future generations.
Wildlife Unit
The wildlife unit hosts Spotted Deer, Arabian Oryx, wild sheep, and both African and Australian ostriches. These species are fully adapted to the local conditions and live harmoniously in a wide, protected open area designed to give them room to roam in a setting close to their natural habitat.
The farm currently maintains approximately 100 heads in total across the different species, multiplying annually under our care.
Feed Manufacturing & Agricultural By-Products
All farm herds are supported by our on-site feed mixing and processing unit. Operations include date-palm-leaf crushing, seed grinding, ration mixing and feed formulation, chopping, and the production of molasses feed blocks. We also utilize agricultural by-products in our feed mixes and produce silage on site, turning farm residues into high-value nutrition for our animals.
Today we manufacture approximately 192 tons of mixed feeds annually, primarily for ruminants and wildlife, with plans underway to expand into chicken feeds as well.
