{"id":2508,"date":"2025-11-26T09:49:21","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T06:19:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mayadasht.com\/en\/?p=2508"},"modified":"2025-11-26T09:49:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T06:19:21","slug":"arab-agriculture-2030-the-future-role-of-cocopeat-perlite-and-greenhouses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mayadasht.com\/en\/2025\/11\/26\/arab-agriculture-2030-the-future-role-of-cocopeat-perlite-and-greenhouses\/","title":{"rendered":"Arab Agriculture 2030: The Future Role of Cocopeat, Perlite and Greenhouses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"auto\">Arab countries are entering a decisive decade in agriculture. By 2030, population growth, climate stress and food\u2011security concerns will force the region to move from <strong>traditional, water\u2011intensive farming<\/strong> to <strong>technology\u2011driven, resource\u2011efficient systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Within this transformation, three tools will quietly but powerfully shape the future of Arab agriculture:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Cocopeat<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 as a water\u2011saving, sustainable growing medium<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Perlite<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 as a key soil and substrate improver for aeration and drainage<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Greenhouses and protected cultivation<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 as the backbone of climate\u2011smart production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">This article looks at how agriculture in Arab countries is expected to change by 2030, using available data and trends, and explains <strong>where cocopeat, perlite and greenhouses fit into this new landscape<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">2. Where Arab agriculture stands today<\/h2>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">Heavy dependence on food imports<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">According to multiple regional analyses, Arab countries are among the <strong>most food\u2011import\u2011dependent regions in the world<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">The\u00a0<strong>United Arab Emirates<\/strong>\u00a0imports around\u00a0<strong>90%<\/strong>\u00a0of its food.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Saudi Arabia<\/strong>\u00a0imports about\u00a0<strong>80%<\/strong>\u00a0of its food needs.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Many other Gulf countries show similar levels of dependency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">This dependence has become a strategic concern, especially after:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">The COVID\u201119 pandemic<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Global supply chain disruptions<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Price volatility in grains, vegetables and animal feed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">As a result, countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have made <strong>food security and agricultural innovation<\/strong> central parts of their national strategies toward 2030.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">Harsh climate and water scarcity<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Most Arab countries face:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Arid or semi\u2011arid climates<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>High temperatures<\/strong>\u00a0and intense solar radiation<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Limited renewable water resources<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">The Middle East and North Africa region holds around <strong>6% of the world\u2019s population<\/strong> but less than <strong>2% of its renewable freshwater resources<\/strong>. In some Gulf countries, <strong>over 80\u201390% of freshwater withdrawals<\/strong> go to agriculture, often with low efficiency.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Under these conditions, <strong>traditional open\u2011field irrigation<\/strong> is no longer sustainable. By 2030, Arab agriculture will have to produce <strong>more food with less water<\/strong>, on less land, and under more extreme weather.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">3. Key trends shaping Arab agriculture to 2030<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Based on policy documents, investment trends and technology roadmaps, several clear directions are emerging:<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">3.1. Rapid growth of protected cultivation (greenhouses)<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Protected cultivation \u2013 including <strong>plastic greenhouses, net houses and climate\u2011controlled structures<\/strong> \u2013 is expanding across the region:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">The UAE and Saudi Arabia are investing in\u00a0<strong>large\u2011scale greenhouse complexes<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>indoor farms<\/strong>\u00a0to reduce import dependence.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Governments and private investors are supporting\u00a0<strong>high\u2011tech greenhouses<\/strong>\u00a0with climate control, fertigation and integrated pest management.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">North African countries (Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt) are also increasing greenhouse area to supply both local and export markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">By 2030, the share of vegetables, fruits and leafy greens grown under some form of <strong>protected environment<\/strong> in Arab countries is expected to be <strong>significantly higher<\/strong> than today.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">3.2. Investment in agri\u2011technology and digital agriculture<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Arab countries, particularly in the Gulf, are moving toward:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Vertical farming<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>indoor hydroponics<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Smart irrigation<\/strong>\u00a0with sensors, drip and subsurface systems<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Use of\u00a0<strong>AI, IoT and data platforms<\/strong>\u00a0to optimize water, fertilizer and climate control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Reports on Gulf food security strategies indicate that by 2030, the region aims to become a <strong>global hub for agricultural innovation<\/strong>, not only a buyer of food.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">3.3. Shift toward water\u2011efficient and soilless systems<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">With water scarcity intensifying, there is a clear push toward:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Soilless culture<\/strong>\u00a0(hydroponics, substrate\u2011based systems)<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Drip irrigation and fertigation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Drought\u2011tolerant crops<\/strong>\u00a0and varieties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">These systems rely heavily on <strong>engineered substrates<\/strong> like cocopeat and perlite, instead of traditional field soil.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">3.4. Cross\u2011border and overseas farming<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Because of limited arable land and water at home, some Arab countries (notably the UAE and Saudi Arabia) are:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Investing in\u00a0<strong>overseas farming projects in Africa and other regions<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Securing long\u2011term access to land and water abroad<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Using modern inputs and technologies to produce food that can be exported back to the Gulf<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Even in these overseas projects, <strong>greenhouses and improved substrates<\/strong> are used to maximize yield and stability.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">4. The strategic role of greenhouses by 2030<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Greenhouses and protected cultivation will likely be the <strong>central platform<\/strong> for many of the region\u2019s agricultural ambitions.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">4.1. More food per drop of water<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Compared to open\u2011field production, modern greenhouses can:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Increase water\u2011use efficiency by\u00a0<strong>up to 60\u201390%<\/strong>, depending on the system<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Increase yield per square meter by\u00a0<strong>2\u20135 times<\/strong>, especially for high\u2011value crops like tomato, cucumber, pepper and strawberry<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Reduce exposure to extreme heat and sandstorms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">For countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait, where arable land is extremely limited, this productivity gain is critical.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">4.2. Stable quality and year\u2011round supply<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Greenhouses allow:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Better\u00a0<strong>temperature and humidity control<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Season extension<\/strong>\u00a0or even year\u2011round production<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">More consistent\u00a0<strong>quality and size<\/strong>\u00a0for export or premium local markets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">By 2030, supermarkets and hospitality sectors in Arab cities will depend even more on <strong>reliable, locally grown greenhouse products<\/strong>, especially vegetables and herbs.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">4.3. Greenhouses as platforms for cocopeat and perlite<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Most modern greenhouses in the region are moving away from traditional soil and adopting:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Substrate grow bags and slabs<\/strong>\u00a0(mainly cocopeat, often with perlite)<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Container systems<\/strong>\u00a0for hydroponics and recirculating fertigation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">This is where <strong>cocopeat and perlite<\/strong> become structural components of the new agricultural model.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">5. Cocopeat: a core substrate for Arab agriculture\u2019s future<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Cocopeat (coco peat) will likely be one of the <strong>most widely used substrates<\/strong> in Arab greenhouses and soilless systems by 2030.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">5.1. Why cocopeat fits Arab conditions<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Cocopeat offers several advantages that align directly with regional challenges:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>High water\u2011holding capacity<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 crucial in arid climates and under limited irrigation.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Good aeration<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 even when moist, roots still receive oxygen.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Buffering capacity for nutrients<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 cocopeat\u2019s CEC helps stabilize nutrient availability.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Neutral to slightly acidic pH<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 suitable for most horticultural crops.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Renewable and sustainable<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 important for long\u2011term strategies and ESG\u2011focused investments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">For water\u2011scarce countries, cocopeat acts like a <strong>controlled sponge<\/strong>, holding water in the root zone and reducing the risk of drought stress between irrigation cycles.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">5.2. Key uses of cocopeat toward 2030<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">By 2030, cocopeat will be central to:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Greenhouse vegetable production<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 tomato, cucumber, pepper, eggplant, strawberry.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Nursery and seedling production<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 in trays for vegetables, ornamentals and fruit trees.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Urban and vertical farming<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 as a substrate for leafy greens and herbs.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Rehabilitation of sandy soils<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 in parts of the Gulf and North Africa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">As investment in modern greenhouses expands, demand for <strong>high\u2011quality, low\u2011EC cocopeat<\/strong> in Arab countries is expected to grow significantly.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">5.3. Quality considerations for the region<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">For Arab markets, especially in the Gulf and Iraq, it will be crucial to source cocopeat that is:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Low in EC (salt)<\/strong>\u00a0and well\u2011washed<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Properly\u00a0<strong>buffered<\/strong>\u00a0to avoid issues with potassium and sodium<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Supplied in forms adapted to the market \u2013\u00a0<strong>blocks, grow bags, open\u2011top bags or loose substrate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Suppliers and technical partners who can provide <strong>tailored cocopeat solutions<\/strong> for local water quality and crops will have a strong position in the market.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">6. Perlite: the invisible partner for aeration and drainage<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">While cocopeat often receives more attention, <strong>perlite<\/strong> will also play a significant role in Arab agriculture by 2030.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">6.1. Perlite\u2019s functions in future systems<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Perlite contributes:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Aeration<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 it creates air pockets in substrates and soils.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Drainage<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 it helps excess water move away from roots.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Structure stability<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 it keeps mixes open and reduces compaction over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">In high\u2011density, intensive production systems, maintaining <strong>healthy root zones<\/strong> is essential, and perlite is a key tool for that.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">6.2. Where perlite will be most important<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">By 2030, perlite will be especially valuable in:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Cocopeat mixes<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 improving aeration in slabs, bags and pots (e.g., 70% cocopeat : 30% perlite).<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Heavy soils<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 such as clay soils in parts of Iraq and the Levant, where perlite can reduce waterlogging.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Nurseries and propagation<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 for cuttings, seedlings and ornamentals, where precise control of moisture and air is needed.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Hydroponic systems<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 where inert, fast\u2011draining media are required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">As more farms in Arab countries adopt <strong>intensive and multi\u2011season production<\/strong>, perlite\u2019s role in preventing root diseases and maintaining long\u2011term substrate structure will become more visible.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">7. Cocopeat + Perlite: the standard mix for many Arab greenhouses<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Looking toward 2030, many successful greenhouse operations in Arab countries are likely to use <strong>blends of cocopeat and perlite<\/strong> rather than either material alone.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">7.1. Typical mixes<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Common mixes used globally \u2013 and increasingly in the region \u2013 include:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>70% cocopeat \/ 30% perlite<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 high water retention, good aeration; suitable for tomatoes and cucumbers.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>60% cocopeat \/ 40% perlite<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 faster drainage, more oxygen; suitable for humid climates or sensitive crops.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>50% cocopeat \/ 50% perlite<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 very light and airy; used in some nurseries and special crops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">These mixes can be <strong>customized<\/strong> based on:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Local climate (hot and dry vs coastal and humid)<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Water quality (fresh vs saline)<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Crop type and production cycle length<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Grower\u2019s irrigation and fertigation strategy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">7.2. Regional customization by 2030<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Technical partners working in Iraq, the Gulf and North Africa will increasingly offer <strong>region\u2011specific substrate recipes<\/strong>, for example:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">For\u00a0<strong>Iraq\u2019s central plains<\/strong>: cocopeat\u2011perlite mixes optimized for hot summers and sometimes saline water.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">For\u00a0<strong>coastal areas of the Gulf<\/strong>: more perlite in the mix to handle high humidity and reduce disease pressure.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">For\u00a0<strong>desert greenhouses<\/strong>: cocopeat\u2011rich mixes to hold water, combined with precise drip irrigation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">8. How Arab agriculture could look in 2030<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">If current trends and investments continue, by 2030 we can expect:<\/p>\n<ol dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>More food produced locally<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">A higher share of vegetables and fresh produce grown inside the region, especially in the Gulf.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Reduced vulnerability to global supply chain shocks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Much higher share of protected cultivation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">A large proportion of commercial vegetables in the Gulf, Iraq and parts of North Africa produced in\u00a0<strong>greenhouses or net houses<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">More climate\u2011controlled, high\u2011tech facilities for premium crops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Widespread use of cocopeat and perlite<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Cocopeat becoming the\u00a0<strong>standard substrate<\/strong>\u00a0for greenhouse vegetables and nurseries.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Perlite widely used in substrate mixes and as a soil amendment for problem soils.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Greater water\u2011use efficiency<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Adoption of\u00a0<strong>drip irrigation, fertigation and moisture monitoring<\/strong>\u00a0in most commercial farms.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Soilless systems using cocopeat and perlite enabling\u00a0<strong>more crop per drop<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Regional expertise and consultancy<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Local companies and technical teams (like Maya Dasht and similar players) becoming\u00a0<strong>trusted advisors<\/strong>\u00a0for designing substrate systems, greenhouses and input packages.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">A shift from \u201cselling products\u201d to \u201cdelivering integrated solutions\u201d for Arab farmers and investors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">9. What this means for suppliers, traders and farmers<\/h2>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">9.1. For suppliers and traders<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">By 2030, successful input suppliers in Arab countries will be those who:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Offer\u00a0<strong>high\u2011quality cocopeat and perlite<\/strong>\u00a0adapted to local needs.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Combine substrates with\u00a0<strong>greenhouse films, insect nets, seedling trays and irrigation systems<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Provide\u00a0<strong>technical support and training<\/strong>, not just products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Building <strong>long\u2011term relationships<\/strong> with farmers, greenhouse owners and agribusiness investors will be more valuable than one\u2011time sales.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\">9.2. For farmers and greenhouse investors<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Farmers and investors who want to succeed in the 2030 landscape should:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\">Shift from traditional open\u2011field systems to\u00a0<strong>protected cultivation and soilless culture<\/strong>\u00a0where feasible.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Learn how to use\u00a0<strong>cocopeat and perlite mixes<\/strong>\u00a0effectively.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Work with technical partners who understand both\u00a0<strong>inputs<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>regional agronomy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\">Focus on\u00a0<strong>water\u2011efficient, market\u2011oriented production<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\">10. The bottom line: cocopeat, perlite and greenhouses as pillars of Arab agriculture 2030<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Arab agriculture by 2030 will be:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>More technological<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>More water\u2011efficient<\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>More dependent on engineered substrates and protected cultivation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">In this future:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Greenhouses<\/strong>\u00a0provide the controlled environment.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Cocopeat<\/strong>\u00a0supplies water retention, rooting volume and nutrient buffering.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>Perlite<\/strong>\u00a0ensures aeration, drainage and long\u2011term root health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Together, they form a <strong>practical toolkit<\/strong> that allows Arab countries \u2013 from Iraq to the Gulf and North Africa \u2013 to move closer to <strong>real food security<\/strong> in a difficult climate.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">For farmers, traders and investors who start adapting now, this is not only a necessity, but also a major <strong>business opportunity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arab countries are entering a decisive decade in agriculture. 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