• The UAE’s Agribusiness Leader Delivering Results: Al Dahra’s Quantifiable Sustainability Progress.
Dubai, UAE – 21 August 2024: Al Dahra, a prominent multinational leader in agribusiness, announces the release of its fourth annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s remarkable progress toward achieving its 2030 sustainability targets. The report also emphasizes Al Dahra’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and community engagement across its extensive operations in over 20 countries.
Key Highlights from the 2023 Sustainability Report:
Al Dahra’s latest achievements in emissions reduction and innovative farming practices underscore its unwavering commitment to a greener future:
• 2030 Sustainability Targets:
o Emissions Reduction: Achieving a 30% reduction in total emissions.
o Water Intensity: Reducing water usage intensity by 15%.
o Regenerative Agriculture: Implementing regenerative practices on 80% of farmland.
• Environmental Impact:
o Total emissions of 217,220 tons of CO2 sequestered through regenerative agriculture practices, equivalent to approximately 130,000 round-trip flights from Abu Dhabi to New York.
o The land where Al Dahra implements these regenerative farming practices spans an area comparable to 2.6 times the size of Amsterdam or 4.6 times that of San Francisco.
• Innovative Agricultural Practices:
o Transitioning to sustainable farming methods, including no-till farming and precision agriculture.
o Aiming for a 20% reduction in pesticide use by 2030 through integrated pest management practices.
Additionally, Al Dahra’s dedication to sustainability extends beyond environmental impact by fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace and actively engaging with and supporting the communities it operates in:
• Employee Development and Inclusion:
o Over 55,000 hours of employee training, focusing on health and safety, professional development, and technical skills.
o Commitment to increasing women’s representation in senior leadership to 18% by 2030.
• Community and Global Commitments:
o Engaging in various community initiatives, including partnerships with universities, support for local sports, and disaster relief efforts.
o Participation in COP28 to forge partnerships and commitments related to sustainable agriculture and logistics.
o Preparing for implementing the EU due diligence law in 2025, ensuring regulatory compliance and responsible business practices.
Arnoud van den Berg, Group CEO of Al Dahra, said: “Our 2023 Sustainability Report demonstrates Al Dahra’s commitment to pioneering sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship — we have significantly reduced our carbon footprint, adopted innovative farming techniques, and fostered a diverse and inclusive workforce. As we advance towards our 2030 sustainability targets, we remain committed to driving positive change, securing global food supplies sustainably, and setting a benchmark for responsible agribusiness practices worldwide.”
About Al Dahra:
Al Dahra is a prominent multinational leader in agribusiness, with over 400 thousand acres of agricultural land in Egypt, Romania, Serbia, USA, and others, specializing in the cultivation, production in addition to trading of nearly 3 million tons of animal feed and up to 3 million tons of essential food commodities and end-to-end supply chain management.
Serving a large customer base from the Government and Commercial sectors, Al Dahra has a widespread geographic footprint, operating in over 20 countries and catering to more than 40 markets with a leading position in Asia and the Middle East.
