Sep 29, 2021
Editor’s Note: The GCC-MENA region is leading innovation in the controlled environment agriculture industry due to their severe food insecurity concerns, driven by a lack of freshwater sources. We, at Agritecture, have had the pleasure of working with several companies in this region. Most notably, we worked with AZKA Farms & Sukna Ventures in Saudi Arabia to establish marketplaces for local modern agriculture by empowering entrepreneurs and the next generation of farmers.
CONTENT SOURCED FROM BEST STARTUP ASIA
Written By: Mark Fitz
This article showcases our top picks for the best Saudi Arabian-based Agriculture companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Agriculture industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting-edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
Innovation
Innovative ideas
Innovative route to market
Innovative product
Growth
Exceptional growth
Exceptional growth strategy
Management
Societal impact
Top Saudi Arabian Agriculture Startups
Red Sea Farms - Red Sea Farms is an agriculture technology company enabling the commercial farming of produce using primarily salt water.
EDAMA Organic Solutions - Edama Organic Solutions recycles organic waste into innovative agricultural products tailored to arid environments
Al Safi Danone Ltd. - Al Safi Danone Ltd. produces and distributes fresh dairy products.
AgDSS - AgDSS is a decision support system to help farmers and agriculture industry maximize their profit.
Al Faisaliah Group - Al Faisaliah Group, a privately-held holding company that holds positions in the dairy, healthcare, and foodservice industries.
NADEC - NADEC operates as an agricultural and food-processing company.
Jazadco - Jazadco is one of the largest fishery and agricultural companies in Saudi Arabia.
Astra Farms – Distribution Business producer of cut flowers and runs an extensive distribution network across the Kingdom.
Tabuk Agriculture Development Co. - TADCO is one of the agricultural companies with wheat (grains and seeds), potatoes, onions, alfalfa, fruits, and olive oil in its products.
Al-Jouf Agriculture Development Co. - Al-Jouf Agricultural production, aimed at producing natural, healthy and high-quality products which meet the needs of the consumer.
Ash-Sharqiyah Development Co. - Ash-Sharqiyah Development is an agricultural and animal manufacturing company, land reclamation and irrigation works, and grain.
Astra Farms - Astra Farms are a group of passionate farmers growing, sourcing and serving wholesome food for community.