Key Takeaways
- Emirates Rawabi PSC and ReFarm Global Investments LLC have entered a strategic partnership to develop regenerative, circular, and resource-efficient solutions for food production and urban landscaping in the UAE.
- The collaboration aims to reduce water use, enhance soil health, and strengthen national food security while contributing to the UAE’s sustainability and climate goals.
- Joint initiatives will integrate agricultural waste-to-value technologies, renewable energy, and regenerative soil systems.
- The partnership also extends to urban greening and landscaping, supporting Dubai’s vision of becoming the most liveable and sustainable city.
- Pilot projects will be launched across the UAE, positioning the country as a global model for circular agribusiness and sustainable urban ecosystems.
Emirates Rawabi and ReFarm Global Forge Partnership for Circular Agribusiness Innovation
Emirates Rawabi PSC, one of the UAE’s leading integrated agribusiness groups, has announced a landmark collaboration with ReFarm Global Investments LLC, a pioneer in regenerative and circular sustainability technologies. The partnership represents a significant step toward transforming the UAE’s agricultural and food production landscape, aligning with national ambitions to strengthen food security, reduce resource consumption, and promote sustainable urban growth.
The partnership will create a new model of circular agribusiness, combining Emirates Rawabi’s expertise in dairy, poultry, and feed production with ReFarm’s technologies in agricultural waste-to-value systems, soil regeneration, and water optimization. Together, the companies will focus on developing cost-efficient, carbon-conscious, and regenerative solutions to help transition the UAE toward a low-carbon, resource-efficient food and urban ecosystem.
“Our mission is to restore the balance between nature, technology, and progress,” said Oliver Christof, CEO of ReFarm Global Investments LLC. “Through this collaboration, we will empower farmers, urban developers, and food producers with innovative and cost-efficient systems that strengthen food security, while preserving our most valuable resources like air, soil, and water.”
Redefining Sustainable Agriculture and Urban Landscapes
The partnership goes beyond agriculture, extending its impact to urban environments and landscaping systems. The collaboration will contribute to Dubai’s long-term vision to become the most beautiful, advanced, and liveable city in the world by improving irrigation efficiency, reducing the urban heat island effect, and enhancing green infrastructure.
By integrating ReFarm’s regenerative technologies with Emirates Rawabi’s circular operational model, the partners aim to redefine the landscaping industry—creating eco-efficient, water-saving designs and resilient green spaces that support sustainable living and biodiversity.
“We share a common vision to make the UAE a global leader in regenerative and circular agriculture,” added Christof. “Our technologies help farmers grow healthier crops with less water, improve soil quality, and create a new balance between productivity and preservation.”
Sustainable Farming Solutions from Soil to Plate
For Emirates Rawabi, this collaboration builds on its ongoing sustainability journey. Through Emirates Rawabi Sustainable Solutions (ERSS), the company already operates a circular production model integrating biogas, solar power, and advanced water treatment systems to reduce waste and carbon emissions.
“This partnership marks a key milestone in our sustainability journey,” said Mazen Al Refae, Group CEO of Emirates Rawabi PSC. “At Emirates Rawabi, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. Together with ReFarm, we are implementing practical, scalable solutions that redefine sustainable farming from soil to plate and deliver measurable environmental impact.”
Driving National Food Security and Climate Goals
As part of the agreement, Emirates Rawabi and ReFarm Global will develop and implement pilot projects across the UAE, showcasing circular agriculture in action—from waste valorization to regenerative soil and water systems. These initiatives will support the UAE’s broader national food security strategy, climate action agenda, and sustainable development goals.
The collaboration reflects the UAE’s commitment to building a resilient and self-sufficient agricultural sector while setting new regional benchmarks for sustainable food production and urban greening.
