GROWING LOCAL : THE GLOBAL DRIVE FOR AGRI-FOOD SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND HIGH -QUALITY SEEDS .

We are witnessing a truly transformative global trend: the accelerating push for agri-food self-sufficiency.

Across the world, nations are prioritizing their own food supply, including the production of vegetables, to reduce reliance on external imports and ensure stable, secure nourishment for their populations. The most successful growth in vegetable production is happening in countries where governments have implemented targeted agri-food policies

A diverse group of developing and emerging economies—especially in parts of Asia and Africa—are leveraging modern agricultural technology to transition from being solely large-scale importers to becoming more self-sufficient and competitive domestic producers in the vegetable sector.

This is a fundamental shift in national strategies, creating dynamic new opportunities for the high-quality seed industry.

Innovation Ignites Growth in Arid Regions

This strategic imperative is nowhere more evident in the Middle-East and North Africa (MENA). Countries traditionally facing severe climate challenges, such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Iraq, Mauritania, etc. , that used to import most of vegetable for the domestic market from neighboring countries or even from Europe , are now leading the charge in agricultural innovation.

They are overcoming obstacles like limited water resources and harsh desert conditions by embracing cutting-edge cultivation technologies:

• Hi-Tech Greenhouses that precisely control climate, temperature, and humidity.
• Vertical Farming and Floating Systems that maximize yield in minimal space with significantly reduced water use.
• Hydroponics and Aeroponics for water-efficient, soil-less production.

Thanks to this technological leap, these nations are significantly increasing their productive surfaces. This remarkable growth translates directly into a booming, vital demand for high-quality vegetable seeds. They are looking for resilient, high-yielding varieties that thrive under these advanced, controlled conditions .

A New Era for Quality Seeds

This global movement confirms the critical role of the seed industry to meet a sophisticated demand  . Together with seeds , those countries need technology and know how .

The future of agriculture is secure, innovative, and increasingly local.

SAIS is proud to be a player in this global transformation,contributing on the supply of the essential genetic material that will help nations achieve their goal of feeding themselves,sustainably and successfully .