Middle
East & Africa desert farming market was valued at USD 63.06 million in 2021
and is predicted to grow at CAGR of 5.71% through 2028. This is attributed to
the rapid change in the climatic conditions in the region. Besides, the growing demand for the food security
is expected to augment the growth of the desert farming market in the
forthcoming years. Desert farming helps to improve food security by producing
crops in areas that are vulnerable to droughts and other weather-related
events. This helps to reduce the impact of food shortages in the region.
Moreover, there are other factors which are bolstering the growth of the desert
farming market such as growing water scarcity, growing technological
advancements, increasing support from government and others. Desert farming is
an agricultural technique that involves the cultivation of crops in arid
regions that were previously considered unsuitable for agriculture. In the
Middle East and Africa, where large areas of land are covered by deserts,
desert farming has become an increasingly important method of food production.
Growing
Water Scarcity to Increase the Adoption of Desert Framing
Rising
water scarcity across the region is one of the main factors bolstering the
growth of the Middle East & Africa desert farming market. The Middle East
and Africa region is one of the driest and most water-stressed areas in the
world. The population in the region is growing rapidly, and with it, the demand
for water for domestic, industrial, and agricultural purposes is also on the
rise. However, the region has limited freshwater resources, with only about 1%
of the world's total water resources available for its use. This has led to
overexploitation of groundwater and surface water sources, leading to the
depletion of aquifers and rivers, and causing serious environmental problems
such as land subsidence and saltwater intrusion. According to the World
Resources Institute, in 2019, 12 of the 17 most water-stressed countries
in the world are in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The
region is facing severe water shortages, due to which
conventional agriculture practices are not practiced, as they require a
significant amount of water. Therefore, some of the desert farming techniques,
such as drip irrigation, mulching, and others are used to conserve water,
control soil erosion, and increase productivity.
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Technological
Advancement to Boost the Desert Farming Market
Advances
in technology have made it possible to grow crops in harsh desert environments.
The growing technological advancements are expected to fuel the growth of the
desert farming market in the upcoming years. Advancements such as drip irrigation,
soil moisture sensors, shade netting, and others are making it possible to
reduce the food shortage in the regions. Also, these advancements are
consistently being evolved to maintain their purpose of increasing and improving
the outputs of the agricultural sector in the region meanwhile utilizing lesser
energy and more sustainable methods of agriculture. Modern technologies have
also been introduced to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of desert
farming with time. For example, drip irrigation systems, which use a network of
tubes and emitters to deliver water directly to the plant roots, are more
efficient than traditional irrigation methods and reduce water loss through
evaporation. In addition, hydroponic systems, which grow plants in
nutrient-rich water instead of soil, are used to grow crops in areas which have
poor soil quality or high salinity. Solar-powered desalination plants have also
been developed to provide freshwater for irrigation in areas with no access to
groundwater. Tal-Ya, an Israeli agricultural technology solution company, created
a distinctive, patented polypropylene membrane system that covers the root
system of the plant, guiding water and fertilizer to the root while shielding
the surrounding soil from weeds and adverse weather, hence lowering the chance
of wastage of both water and fertilizer. Liquid Nano Clay (LNC), another relatively
contemporary technique, has recently been employed in the Emirati desert farms.
By combining water and clay nanoparticles with sand particles, a process known
as LNC, coats sand with a thin layer of clay. Sand particles cannot effectively
retain water because they are loose, but this treatment enables them to do so.
In its trial run in the Emirati farms, LNC reduced water use without the use of
any chemicals by more than 50%. International technology like this offers hope
for farming in Saudi Arabia and other water-scarce regions that are mostly
dependent on food imports.
Growing
Demand of Food Security to Promote the Practice of Desert Farming
Growing
demand of food security in the region is expected to bolster the growth of the
Middle East & Africa desert farming market in the forthcoming years. Desert
farming allows to produce food in regions where conventional farming is not
possible. This can help to increase food availability and reduce food
insecurity. For instance, the Sahel region of Africa, which is one of the
driest and most arid regions in the world, has adopted agroforestry techniques,
which involve planting trees alongside crops to improve soil fertility,
conserve water, and provide shade. The use of drought-resistant crops, such as
millet, sorghum, and cowpeas, has also helped farmers produce food in a
challenging environment. In recent years, the governments of the Middle
East and Africa have recognized the potential of desert farming and have
launched initiatives to support this innovative agricultural practice. For
example, in Saudi Arabia, the government has launched the King Abdullah
Initiative for Agricultural Investment Abroad, which aims to invest in
agricultural projects in other countries to ensure food security for its
citizens. The initiative has invested in several desert farming projects,
including one in Sudan that uses innovative technologies such as drip
irrigation and solar-powered desalination to grow crops in the desert. Thus,
growing initiatives to minimize the dependency of the country on import of food
supply is expected to boost the market of Middle East & Africa desert
farming in the upcoming years.
Increasing
Government Support to Enhance the Market of Desert Farming
In recent years, many governments in the Middle East and North Africa
(MENA) region have recognized the potential of desert farming to improve food
security, reduce water consumption, and promote sustainable development.
Various initiatives such as increasing investments in research and development
activities by the government, financial support to farmers, introduction of
policies to support desert farming, and others, are expected to strengthen the
growth of the market in the upcoming years. For instance, in 2020, the
Jordanian government launched a new initiative to support small farmers
in adopting water-saving techniques, such as drip irrigation, to improve water
efficiency in desert regions.
In Egypt, the government has launched the Toshka Project, which aims to
reclaim desert land and turn it into arable land for agriculture. The project
involves the construction of a canal to bring water from the Nile River to the
desert, as well as the use of advanced irrigation techniques and the
cultivation of crops that are adapted to the arid environment.
The United Arab Emirates has also invested in desert farming
initiatives, such as the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology's pilot
project, which uses renewable energy to power a seawater greenhouse in the
desert. The greenhouse uses a combination of solar energy and seawater to grow
crops, making it a sustainable and efficient way to cultivate food in arid
regions.
The government of Qatar has also launched the Qatar National Food
Security Programme, which aims to achieve food security by 2030 through various
initiatives, including investing in desert farming. The programme includes the
establishment of a research center for desert farming and the promotion of
innovative agricultural technologies that are adapted to the arid climate.
These government initiatives have been successful in promoting and
supporting desert farming as a means of achieving food security in the Middle
East and Africa. Desert farming has the potential to transform arid and
semi-arid regions into productive agricultural areas, providing a sustainable
solution to the challenges of water scarcity and food insecurity, thus
bolstering the growth of market in the forecast period.
Recent Developments
- In 2020, Morocco launched a new program to support small farmers in
adopting sustainable agriculture practices, including desert farming
techniques.
- In
2020, the Saudi Arabian government announced plans to invest in new
agricultural technologies, including hydroponic farming and vertical farming,
to increase food production in arid regions.
- In
2020, the United Arab Emirates launched the "Green Emirates"
initiative to promote sustainable agriculture practices and reduce the
country's dependence on imported food.
Market Segmentation
The Middle East &
Africa desert farming market is segmented on the basis of technique, crop type,
competitional landscape, and country analysis. Based on technique, the market
is further fragmented into greenhouse, hydroponics, nano clay, hydrogels, and
others. Based on crop type, the market is segmented into dates, alfalfa, eggplant,
peppers, tomatoes, melon, and others. In terms of countries, the market is segmented into Saudi Arabia,
United Arab Emirates, Israel, Algeria, Egypt, and Oman.
Company Profile
Some of the leading companies in the Middle East & Africa desert
farming market includes, Pure Harvest Smart Farms, Desert Agriculture, Desert
Control Middle East LLC, Edama Organic Solutions, Red Sea Farms,, Al Dahra
Holding LLC, Netafim Ltd.
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Attribute
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Details
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Market
size value in 2022
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USD
65.56 million
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Revenue
Forecast in 2028
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USD 90.21
million
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Growth
Rate
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5.71%
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Base
Year
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2022
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Historic
Data
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2018-2021
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Estimated
Year
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2023
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Forecast
Period
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2024-2028
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Quantitative
Units
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Revenue in
USD Million, and CAGR for 2018-2022 and 2023-2028
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Report
coverage
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Revenue
forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends
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Segments
covered
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Technique
Crop Type
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Country
scope
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Israel; United Arab Emirates; Saudi Arabia; Algeria;
Egypt; Oman
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Key
companies profiled
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Pure Harvest
Smart Farms, Desert Agriculture, Desert Control Middle East LLC, Edama
Organic Solutions, Red Sea Farms, Al Dahra Holding LLC, Netafim Ltd
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Report
Scope:
In this
report, Middle East & Africa desert farming market has been
segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which
have also been detailed below:·
Middle East & Africa Desert Farming Market, By Technique:
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Greenhouse
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Hydroponics
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Nano clay
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Hydrogels
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Others
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Middle East & Africa Desert Farming Market, By Crop Type:
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Dates
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Alfalfa
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Eggplant
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Peppers
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Tomatoes
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Melon
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Others
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Middle East & Africa Desert farming Market, By Country:
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Israel
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UAE
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Saudi
Arabia
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Algeria
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Egypt
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Oman
Competitive Landscape
Company
Profiles: Detailed
analysis of the major companies present in Middle East & Africa desert
farming market.
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