UAE Launches Major Smart Agritech Hub with SVG in Al Ain, Signifying a Leap in Sustainable Agriculture
H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, alongside H.E. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, recently presided over the signing of a significant partnership between Silal and the Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group (SVG) from China. This collaboration aims to establish a Smart Agritech Hub encompassing 100,000 square meters in Al Ain, a pivotal development for both the UAE and regional agricultural sectors.
The collaboration is set to see SVG invest over AED 120 million into the establishment of this powerhouse, which will utilize cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence and robotics, to enhance precision and efficiency in the agricultural value chain. The facility is designed to exemplify SVG's innovative "Shouguang Model" of greenhouse technology, which will be adapted to fit the distinct climate conditions of the UAE. This will include advanced greenhouse structures like intelligent photovoltaic glass greenhouses, connected thin-film greenhouses, and expansive solar greenhouses.
Additionally, the project will create a comprehensive agricultural ecosystem that integrates seedling cultivation, post-harvest processing, storage, and distribution centers. Notably, the entire smart greenhouse system will operate on solar energy, significantly reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmentally-friendly agricultural practices.
Salmeen Alameri, the CEO of Silal, stated, "Our alliance with SVG is set to significantly transform the UAE's Agritech industry. By leveraging SVG's expertise in greenhouse technology along with Silal's commitment to sustainability and innovation, we are laying the groundwork for a modern agricultural model, which can be replicated across the Middle East and beyond."
Ming Yang, the founder of SVG, added that Abu Dhabi's progressive mindset and readiness to adapt to new technological advancements position it as a crucial hub for Agritech innovation. The unique climate of the region also makes it an important site for testing and enhancing new agricultural solutions.
The facility will harness AI and robotics to refine every aspect of cultivation, from strategic planting to speedy harvesting, thereby boosting operational efficiency. Technologies embedded in the project will enable automated irrigation, intelligent climate regulation, robotic harvesting, and advanced research and development driven by AI. A variety of crops, including tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, and strawberries will be cultivated with improved traits focusing on taste, resilience, and productivity. Resource management innovations are expected to minimize water and fertilizer usage by up to 30%, further championing sustainable practices.
To complement production, the site will feature a fully operational post-harvest complex comprising cold storage, automated sorting lines, and logistics equipped for both domestic and international distribution. Additionally, the facility will incorporate AI laboratories, technology testing environments, sensory experience centers, advanced water treatment systems, and energy storage solutions.
Silal is part of ADQ, one of the largest holding companies in the region, and aims to diversify food production sources while stimulating the agri-food and manufacturing sectors. The company was founded in September 2020 with the goal of managing food procurement programs and enhancing food safety standards through the introduction of research initiatives highlighting desert farming methods.
This ambitious Smart Agritech Hub marks a groundbreaking step toward sustainable agriculture, not only enhancing food security in the UAE but also setting a precedent in agricultural innovation within similar environmental contexts globally.
The collaboration is set to see SVG invest over AED 120 million into the establishment of this powerhouse, which will utilize cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence and robotics, to enhance precision and efficiency in the agricultural value chain. The facility is designed to exemplify SVG's innovative "Shouguang Model" of greenhouse technology, which will be adapted to fit the distinct climate conditions of the UAE. This will include advanced greenhouse structures like intelligent photovoltaic glass greenhouses, connected thin-film greenhouses, and expansive solar greenhouses.
Additionally, the project will create a comprehensive agricultural ecosystem that integrates seedling cultivation, post-harvest processing, storage, and distribution centers. Notably, the entire smart greenhouse system will operate on solar energy, significantly reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmentally-friendly agricultural practices.
Salmeen Alameri, the CEO of Silal, stated, "Our alliance with SVG is set to significantly transform the UAE's Agritech industry. By leveraging SVG's expertise in greenhouse technology along with Silal's commitment to sustainability and innovation, we are laying the groundwork for a modern agricultural model, which can be replicated across the Middle East and beyond."
Ming Yang, the founder of SVG, added that Abu Dhabi's progressive mindset and readiness to adapt to new technological advancements position it as a crucial hub for Agritech innovation. The unique climate of the region also makes it an important site for testing and enhancing new agricultural solutions.
The facility will harness AI and robotics to refine every aspect of cultivation, from strategic planting to speedy harvesting, thereby boosting operational efficiency. Technologies embedded in the project will enable automated irrigation, intelligent climate regulation, robotic harvesting, and advanced research and development driven by AI. A variety of crops, including tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, and strawberries will be cultivated with improved traits focusing on taste, resilience, and productivity. Resource management innovations are expected to minimize water and fertilizer usage by up to 30%, further championing sustainable practices.
To complement production, the site will feature a fully operational post-harvest complex comprising cold storage, automated sorting lines, and logistics equipped for both domestic and international distribution. Additionally, the facility will incorporate AI laboratories, technology testing environments, sensory experience centers, advanced water treatment systems, and energy storage solutions.
Silal is part of ADQ, one of the largest holding companies in the region, and aims to diversify food production sources while stimulating the agri-food and manufacturing sectors. The company was founded in September 2020 with the goal of managing food procurement programs and enhancing food safety standards through the introduction of research initiatives highlighting desert farming methods.
This ambitious Smart Agritech Hub marks a groundbreaking step toward sustainable agriculture, not only enhancing food security in the UAE but also setting a precedent in agricultural innovation within similar environmental contexts globally.
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