Camel milk: White gold and its contribution to the sustainable development goals—A review.

This article examines the multifaceted role of camel milk in advancing several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), and Climate Action (SDG 13). Camel milk supports livelihoods in arid and semiarid regions by providing income and employment opportunities, enhancing food security through its rich nutritional profile, and promoting health benefits linked to its unique composition and traditional medicinal uses. The industry also empowers women by involving them in production and marketing, fosters economic growth through expanding markets and product diversification, and aligns with sustainable practices due to camels' low environmental impact and resilience to climate change. Despite its potential, the sector faces challenges such as high production costs, inadequate infrastructure, limited market access, and hygiene concerns, underscoring the need for targeted investments and improved management to fully realize camel milk's contributions to sustainable development.