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University of Anbar Republic of Iraq , Ramadi , Iraq
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University of Mustansiriyah , Baghdad , Iraq
Mustansiriya University Iraq
Food security priorities in the nations focus on elements of production of fishes and animals which are crucial elements in the food chains of life. Other countries of the world make every effort to secure the availability of these goods to their citizens and this is achieved by either manufacturing them locally, or in cases where they have no capacity to do so, they go to imports. They are necessary so as to satisfy the protein requirements of the body and can also be viewed as valuable indicators of the development and livelihood of society. The quantity of animal protein that is consumed by each individual in Iraq remains significantly below that of the rich countries and even in some countries that are neighbours. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) recommendation, a daily intake of at least 35 grams and not more than 80 grams of net animal protein is required and the average daily intake in Iraq was close to 20 grams, as of 2024. The research addresses a serious issue: despite the evident increase in the level of incomes and consumer purchases, the importation of red and white meat, eggs, dairy products, and powdered milk has increased, the real consumption of animal products remains lower than the minimum threshold, recommended by the WHO, although the growth rates are very high. The primary aim of this research is to explore ways of fulfilling minimum net protein requirement of animals to be included in the development plan (2023 2027). Key findings indicate that the minimum level of intake that is recommended by the WHO should be implemented at a national standard as soon as possible. In order to bridge the gap in supply and to become self-sufficient, the report also recommends the establishment of a holistic agricultural economic policy that would ensure the personal food security and the investment in the animal production industry. The findings of the research must be used to ensure that, planners and policymakers come up with agricultural policies that will improve on the flow, availability, and stability of food commodities, thus improving on industrial, economic, and nutritional outcomes. The reason is that these are products that are of strategic importance to the consumption of households as well as in other economic activities on a larger scale.
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