SABIC unveils smart techniques for farmers to boost production

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) has introduced a series of smart techniques and practices that can help farmers enhance efficiency, production and profits, the company said in a statement.

The presentation was made during the company's participation in the 25th Arab Fertilizer Forum and Exhibition that was held in Cairo on Thursday.

The insights draw on pioneering research conducted at the firm’s sustainable agriculture center, Estidamah, and the experiences of an extensive caravan that engaged more than 7,000 farmers at over 120 locations in Middle East and Africa last year.

“A significant proportion of work is devoted to getting into the field, talking to people who work in the land and helping them to gain the skills to put SABIC’s solutions to the best possible use. For us, improving food supply and quality is a prime example of ‘Chemistry that Matters’,” Samir Al-Abdrabbuh, executive vice president, Agri-Nutrients, said.

At the forum, SABIC also shared research from its Estidamah Center which examined optimum conditions for crops within three greenhouse settings, simulating real-life conditions for farms that have access to basic, intermediate and high level technologies.

The findings include recommendations across a range of variables related to irrigation, soilless planting, water recycling, natural lighting, and temperature and humidity management.