• Magazine Archive
  • Advertise With Us
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
  • Login
Hotel News ME
  • Hotels
  • Catering
  • Reviews
  • Suppliers
  • People
  • Videos
  • Events
    • GM Leaders Conference
      • Conference 2020
    • Leaders in Hospitality Awards
      • Awards 2021
    • Leaders in F&B Awards
      • Awards 2019
    • The Big F&B Forum
      • Forum 2019
    • Executive Housekeepers Conference
  • Business Connect
No Result
View All Result
Hotel News ME
  • Hotels
  • Catering
  • Reviews
  • Suppliers
  • People
  • Videos
  • Events
    • GM Leaders Conference
      • Conference 2020
    • Leaders in Hospitality Awards
      • Awards 2021
    • Leaders in F&B Awards
      • Awards 2019
    • The Big F&B Forum
      • Forum 2019
    • Executive Housekeepers Conference
  • Business Connect
No Result
View All Result
Hotel News ME
No Result
View All Result
Home Catering

GCC organic farming to reach US$1.5 billion in 2018

Sophia Soltani by Sophia Soltani
December 9, 2015
in Catering
A A

According to a 2014 report by Frost and Sullivan, organic farming in the GCC is set to reach US$1.5 billion by 2018 due to changing consumer tastes and habits.

The number of organic farms in the UAE rose to 39 covering a total of 3,920 hectares, marking an increase of 1,698% since 2007 when just 218 hectares accounted for organic farming.

Ali Yousef Al Saad, chairman of the organising committee for SIAL 2015 and acting director of communications and community service division at Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority (ADFCA), said: “Food security throughout the region remains one of the most dominant topics of discussion as regional demand for food imports rises due to an expanding population, a booming tourism industry, increasing per capita income and limited water resources.

“This year’s new look SIAL Middle East is focusing on innovation and global food trends, so far I have been very impressed and encouraged by the developments on show allowing us to meet the increased demands on our food resources. The developments being made in the organic food industry are just one example of the innovative work being done in the region benefitting the economy and business.”

exhibition-2

Speaking during day one of the exhibition during a session focusing on ‘The future of sustainable food consumption and organic trends’ Monique Marez, associate director, International Trade, Organic Trade Association (OTA) highlighted the growing demand for organic products in the GCC.

She said: “The UAE is quickly becoming a key market for organic products. Organic exports from the United States to Abu Dhabi have increased by 346% from 2011 to 2014 and sales for first half 2015 have already surpassed total for 2014.

“More and more customers are becoming aware of the benefits of organic and are making choices to incorporate organic products when possible. This of course is limited by available supply, however the organic customer is a loyal customer and does not often go back to conventional once the switch has been made.

“Organic products are better for the consumer, better for the farmers and farm workers, and better for the environment.”

According to US Trade Bureau Data, regional organic imports from the USA have risen from US$4 million in 2011 to nearly US$25 million in 2014. The UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain are the biggest importers.

Tags: abudhabiexhibition. cateringnewsSIAL

Related Posts

Dubai cancels permits for Ramadan tents in 2021
Catering

Dubai cancels permits for Ramadan tents in 2021

March 3, 2021
Gates Hospitality announces two new senior appointments
Appointments

Gates Hospitality announces two new senior appointments

March 2, 2021
Taking it up a Notch: Meet MASTI Dubai Head Chef Prashant Chipkar
Catering

Taking it up a Notch: Meet MASTI Dubai Head Chef Prashant Chipkar

March 2, 2021
Please login to join discussion

Trending

sbe names general manager for SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
Appointments

sbe names general manager for SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences

by Dina Maaty
February 24, 2021

Read more
Award-winning Chef Heinz Beck to host one-off dinner series in Dubai
Catering

Award-winning Chef Heinz Beck to host one-off dinner series in Dubai

by Dina Maaty
February 25, 2021

Read more
Spoilt for Choice: Nakheel’s multi-venue dining concepts in Dubai
Catering

Spoilt for Choice: Nakheel’s multi-venue dining concepts in Dubai

by Dina Maaty
January 7, 2021

Read more

Digital Magazine

Hotel News ME

Copyright © 2021
BNC Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

Navigate Site

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Hotels
  • Catering
  • Reviews
  • Suppliers
  • People
  • Videos
  • Events
    • GM Leaders Conference
      • Conference 2020
    • Leaders in Hospitality Awards
      • Awards 2021
    • Leaders in F&B Awards
      • Awards 2019
    • The Big F&B Forum
      • Forum 2019
    • Executive Housekeepers Conference
  • Business Connect

Copyright © 2021
BNC Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In