Mogadishu Business Men Import Holstein Friesian cows

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The Dutch Friesan cow is the queen of all the cows. Nothing beats her when it comes to milk production. It’s these type of cows that Germanic people survived on. They won’t be able to tolerate the heat but breeding them with the local breed will help. Japanese did it and so can we.

 

[aden1812]

Camels are deviant, they like taking the grass from the roots they dig deeper in the ground to yank them, sometimes they don't do it cuz they hungry.


Also i seen camels destroy tree branches. They're a walking environmental hazard.

The market for cow dairy and beef is very saturated, I’m hoping modern agriculture can come to the camel industry help Somalia create a new economic front. The funny thing is Somali goats are exported from Somalia and bred with other goats, to produce a higher yeald goat.

 

[Rakoon]

Dairy Farm Challenges​

Establishing a dairy farm is no easy task and unfortunately, this was the case for a close friend who imported Holstein cows and started a dairy farm in Xamar around a decade ago. Within a short span of two years, the dairy farm faced several challenges, leading to its ultimate failure. these were the main reasons behind the farm's downfall, which include customer preferences, high costs, intense competition, and the need for a public relations campaign to improve the image of cow milk in Somalia.

1. Customer Preference: Camel Milk vs. Cow Milk One crucial factor that contributed to the failure of the dairy farm was the strong preference for camel milk among Somalis . Unfortunately, his cow milk failed to gain traction among the local population, making it difficult for the farm to establish a loyal customer base.
2. Cost: Labor and Feed Requirements To ensure high milk production, cows require a well-balanced diet. Relying solely on grass was insufficient, and additional feed needed to be provided. This increased the overall cost of maintaining the dairy farm. Furthermore, labor costs also proved to be a significant burden, as skilled workers were necessary to handle the cows and manage the farm effectively.
3. Competition from Established Dairy Farmers Another obstacle faced by the dairy farm was the presence of well-established, small-scale dairy farmers in the region. These farmers had already built a strong customer base over the years and had minimal overhead costs. Competing with these established businesses became increasingly challenging for the newly established dairy farm, further hindering its growth and success.
4. Image and Perception of Cow Milk Dairy farming in Somalia suffers from a poor public image. Many cows roam around the city, consuming garbage and leftovers, leading to concerns about the quality and safety of cow milk. Additionally, misconceptions and beliefs surrounding the health benefits of cow milk persist among the local population. Overcoming these negative perceptions and educating the public about the nutritional value and safety of cow milk would have required a comprehensive public relations campaign.

Conclusion: The failure of the dairy farm in Xamar can be attributed to multiple factors. Customer preference for camal milk, high costs associated with labor and feed, intense competition from established dairy farmers, and the negative image of cow milk in Somalia all played a significant role.

 

[Timmer]

One thing I know is that if they are successful, there’s gonna be a boatload of these heifers docking in Mogadishu…the competition is watching.

 

[Hilmaam]

Arizona is pretty hot and dessert climate very similar to most of somalia. Seems it doesn't take much investment to keep cows comfy. Supposedly how cows are kept comfy in saudi arabia as well

 

[Hilmaam]

 

[Djokovic]

Dairy Farm Challenges​

Establishing a dairy farm is no easy task and unfortunately, this was the case for a close friend who imported Holstein cows and started a dairy farm in Xamar around a decade ago. Within a short span of two years, the dairy farm faced several challenges, leading to its ultimate failure. these were the main reasons behind the farm's downfall, which include customer preferences, high costs, intense competition, and the need for a public relations campaign to improve the image of cow milk in Somalia.

1. Customer Preference: Camel Milk vs. Cow Milk One crucial factor that contributed to the failure of the dairy farm was the strong preference for camel milk among Somalis . Unfortunately, his cow milk failed to gain traction among the local population, making it difficult for the farm to establish a loyal customer base.
2. Cost: Labor and Feed Requirements To ensure high milk production, cows require a well-balanced diet. Relying solely on grass was insufficient, and additional feed needed to be provided. This increased the overall cost of maintaining the dairy farm. Furthermore, labor costs also proved to be a significant burden, as skilled workers were necessary to handle the cows and manage the farm effectively.
3. Competition from Established Dairy Farmers Another obstacle faced by the dairy farm was the presence of well-established, small-scale dairy farmers in the region. These farmers had already built a strong customer base over the years and had minimal overhead costs. Competing with these established businesses became increasingly challenging for the newly established dairy farm, further hindering its growth and success.
4. Image and Perception of Cow Milk Dairy farming in Somalia suffers from a poor public image. Many cows roam around the city, consuming garbage and leftovers, leading to concerns about the quality and safety of cow milk. Additionally, misconceptions and beliefs surrounding the health benefits of cow milk persist among the local population. Overcoming these negative perceptions and educating the public about the nutritional value and safety of cow milk would have required a comprehensive public relations campaign.

Conclusion: The failure of the dairy farm in Xamar can be attributed to multiple factors. Customer preference for camal milk, high costs associated with labor and feed, intense competition from established dairy farmers, and the negative image of cow milk in Somalia all played a significant role.

Cows can eat anything even cardboard to survive might affect the taste of the milk and meat in a bad way though