Assistant Undersecretary of the Regions Sector
Ministry of Climate Change & Environment - UAE
Vertical farming is increasingly critical in accelerating food production, maintaining high-quality crops, and contributing to sustainable urban farming, playing a crucial role in enhancing food security worldwide. The growing interest in vertical farming worldwide is evident, with massive facilities already in operation in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States, and new projects being announced regularly. The Middle East is a leader in this field, with the world's largest Vertical Farm, ECO 1 by Bustanica, opened last year through a joint venture between Crop One Holdings and Emirates Flight Catering and policymakers truly supporting the recent developments.
Dubai continues to stand out as a strategic hub for vertical farming, thanks to its favourable business environment, commitment to sustainable development, and innovative mindset. The city's strategic location and forward-thinking approach make it the ideal venue for this highly anticipated event, which is expected to surpass the achievements of previous editions.
It's been 3 consecutive years that we have conducted the show in Dubai and the results have been massive we are excited to how its successive editions build!
The Middle East is unquestionably leading the way in this space, with the world's largest Vertical Farm, ECO 1 by Bustanica (a joint venture between Crop One Holdings and Emirates Flight Catering), which opened in 2022. Additionally, Aerofarm AGX - the largest indoor vertical farm of its kind for research and development in the world was opened earlier in 2023 in Abu Dhabi.
These are just some of the notable examples from the region.
Jamie Burrows
Founder & CEO
Thanks to TAB group for the fantastic 4th GVF Show in Dubai. We met many relevant people from across the region. There is a big opportunity here for doing more in terms of technology in VF and to tackle a lot of key government policies. We are looking forward to the next edition to meet more interesting people.
Ahmed Al Shaibani
Project Head of Food Tech ValleyWe are glad to participate in this year's 4th Global Vertical Farming Show where we saw the increased attendance and improved edition from last year. We met so many resourceful people and it was a great experience.
Arsenije Grgur
CEO and Founder
Even though it was our first time here at GVF, the event experience was incredible. Through the expo and conference, we were able to make numerous connections. I encourage everyone with an interest in the vertical farming industry to come and join us for the 5th edition.
Alvis Ma
CEO
Indeed GVF is a very professional show in the vertical farming industry. I have been to many shows before but this is exclusively for vertical farming. Our company has many quality customers and we are confident to participate again in the next edition.
Bettina Leth Johannsen
Global Business Development Manager
We had a great time at the GVF show and had some really exciting conversations about how our company can help the HVAC industry grow. We value the relationships established within the sector in this region through this show.
Elias Tawaji
Sales Director
This is our second time taking part in the GVF show and the experience has been fantastic both times. The number of leads and networks was very good.
Muhammad Umer Rabbani
Agriculture Engineer
It was a pleasure to be a part of 2nd Global Vertical Farming Show 2022 as a Speaker on Controlled Environment Agriculture and Vertical Farming. Thanks TAB group team for the opportunity.
Laxmi Preeti Gaddam
Co-Founder and CEO
A conference to know more, connect, explore new opportunities, synergies, share & learn from experiences and much more. Glad to be a part of #GVF2022, Dubai and see Isaayu have its name along the top players of Vertical Farming.
