Dhaka, Aug. 4 -- Camels have long been central to Somalia's pastoral lifestyle - providing food, transport and cultural identity. But now, they are at the forefront of an agricultural transformation that promises to reshape Somali farming and economy.

On a recent mid-June morning, the Associated Press visited Beder Camel Farm, a new-generation dairy farm located just outside Mogadishu. Dozens of camels were seen grazing in sandy enclosures, while workers carefully milked others, collecting the yield in sanitized containers.

Demand for camel milk is on the rise, fueled by local entrepreneurs tapping into the economic and nutritional potential of this age-old resource.

Modernising milk production

Somalia has the world's largest camel po...