As food security and climate resilience move higher on the GCC's strategic agenda, agri-technology companies are increasingly being judged not on experimentation but on their ability to commercialize, scale, and regionalize.
That shift helps explain why Hydrovest Technology, a Doha-based climate-smart agriculture company, has secured approximately $275,000 (QAR 1 million) in new funding to accelerate production, expand its product portfolio, and prepare for entry into regional markets.
The investment marks a transition point for Hydrovest. The company plans to deploy the capital toward scaling production, completing a new factory fit-out in Birkat Al Awamar in Al Wakrah, and supporting research and development across new product lines.
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Rather than focusing solely on crop production, Hydrovest has been positioning itself around value-added food products. The company is best known locally for Lettuce Chips, a premium snack made from hydroponically grown lettuce, and is now preparing to expand into freeze-dried fruits and wellness-oriented beverages, including lettuce-based tea blends.
Part of the funding will support Hydrovest's planned expansion into Dubai in the fourth quarter of 2026. The UAE market offers a natural next step for export-ready agri-food companies, with established premium retail channels, regional logistics infrastructure, and growing demand for locally sourced, sustainability-focused products.
Hydrovest has also received approval to be listed in the Qatar Development Bank Exporter Directory, signaling readiness to engage in cross-border trade and institutional partnerships.
Source: WAYA
