Tiryaki Syria Partners with Syrian Sovereign Fund to Enhance Agricultural Capacity and Food Security
In a significant development for the Syrian agricultural sector, Tiryaki Syria, a subsidiary of Tiryaki Agro, has entered into a strategic agreement with the Syrian Sovereign Fund. This partnership aims to fortify Syria's agricultural processing industry and strengthen food security across the nation.
The signing ceremony, held in June 2026, featured notable figures including H.E. Mr. Mazen Al-Salhani, Chairman of the Syrian Sovereign Fund, and Mr. Hashem Shashaa, Country Manager of Tiryaki Syria. This agreement is designed to create a crucial industrial hub serving Syria's edible oil, food, feed, poultry, and livestock sectors. Under the terms of the agreement, the facility is set to process an impressive 300,000 tons of soybeans and 100,000 tons of sunflower seeds per year, translating into an estimated annual production value of around USD 500 million.
This initiative is poised to significantly enhance Syria's food security, bolster domestic agricultural production, and promote the development of integrated value chains, which are vital for sustainable economic growth. Tiryaki Agro, leveraging over six decades of experience in logistics, operations management, and agricultural value chain development, will provide vital technical expertise and operational support to ensure the facility operates efficiently.
One of the vital aspects of this cooperation is the emphasis on human capital development. Tiryaki Syria intends for at least 75% of the workforce at the facility to comprise Syrian nationals in both technical and managerial roles. To facilitate this, structured training programs aimed at building the skills of local professionals will be implemented. This approach is essential for empowering the workforce to manage and operate the facility independently, fostering long-term employment opportunities in Syria.
Covering an operational period of ten years, this agreement symbolizes a shared vision for developing sustainable industrial capabilities that generate economic value and create lasting job opportunities in the region. The investment reflects a commitment to not only boost productivity but also enrich the local community’s economic landscape.
About Tiryaki Agro:
Founded over 60 years ago, Tiryaki Agro stands as one of the leading global agricultural commodity supply chain companies. Its extensive operations encompass everything from on-field crop production to processing, logistics, and trading, all with the goal of ensuring nutrition solutions globally while aligning with sustainable practices. Operating 30 facilities across four continents, primarily in Türkiye, Tiryaki Agro sources products from a vast network of over 40 countries, delivering around 6 million tons of goods annually to diverse markets. The company continues to innovate and strengthen its market position, ensuring an impactful contribution to the agricultural sector both domestically and internationally.
As Tiryaki Syria and the Syrian Sovereign Fund embark on this collaborative journey, the potential for revitalizing Syria's agricultural landscape is both promising and necessary, setting a significant milestone for the future of food security in the region.