NRTC Strengthens GCC Food Security with Acquisition of Egypt’s Al Hashemeya Farms

NRTC Expands into Egypt with Strategic Acquisition of Al Hashemeya Farms to Bolster Regional Food Security

In a significant move to enhance its regional supply chain and ensure long-term

food security NRTC Food Holding LLC (NRTC), the UAE’s largest fresh produce distributor

announced the acquisition of Al Hashemeya Farms, one of Egypt’s largest privately-owned

agricultural estates, located in the Wadi El Natrun region

This strategic acquisition marks NRTC’s formal entry into upstream agriculture

enabling the company to directly control produce quality at the source and minimize

reliance on third-party suppliers

A Landmark Move Towards Sustainable, Source-Controlled Fresh Produce

Speaking about the acquisition, Mohammed Al Refaee, CEO of NRTC, stated

“This acquisition is a pivotal milestone in our journey to control quality at the source

invest in food system resilience, and deliver fresher, better produce to our customers

across the GCC

By integrating agricultural production into its supply chain, NRTC aims to solidify

its role as a key player in food sustainability and resilience within the Gulf Cooperation

Council (GCC) region

10,000 Acres of High-Output, Climate-Conscious Agriculture

Al Hashemeya Farms spans approximately 10,000 acres, of which 70% is currently

under cultivation. The estate features a diverse mix of crops including

Citrus fruits

Olives

Mangoes

Grapes

Dates

Wheat

Sugar beet

The farm is home to over 2 million fruit-bearing trees, sustained by solar-powered

water infrastructure and center-pivot irrigation systems, delivering an annual yield

of up to 70,000 tonnes of fresh produce

Vertical Integration for Enhanced Quality Control and Supply Chain Efficiency

The acquisition positions NRTC to

Strengthen its control over agricultural inputs and production

Enhance consistency in product availability and volume

Elevate quality assurance from farm to shelf

By vertically integrating farming into its core operations, NRTC can better respond

to regional market demands and mitigate potential disruptions in the food supply chain

 Eyes Further Agricultural Investments Across Africa

 In alignment with its long-term growth strategy,  is actively exploring additional

agricultural investments across Africa The focus is on

Scalable farming models

Climate-resilient agriculture

Socially inclusive and economically viable projects

This approach underscores NRTC’s commitment to achieving a sustainable balance

between commercial objectives and food security imperatives

Founded in 1973, NRTC is one of the GCC’s leading distributors of fresh fruits and vegetables

The company caters to a wide range of clients, including

Major retail chains

Hospitality groups

Healthcare institutions

Airlines

Direct consumers via its e-commerce platform, NRT Fresh

With decades of expertise and a regional logistics network, continues to set

benchmarks in quality, efficiency, and innovation in the fresh produce distribution sector