Al Buraimi Surpasses Food-Security Targets: What RO 62 Million Investment Means for Business Growth in Oman
MUSCAT: Al Buraimi Governorate has surpassed its planned targets for food security initiatives, with current investments in the sector reaching RO 62 million.
Sayyid Dr. Hamad bin Ahmed al Busaidy, Governor of Al Buraimi, stated that the governorate has prioritized attracting large-scale agricultural and food projects in alignment with Oman Vision 2040. This vision designates the Wilayats of Mahadha and Al Sinainah as a key “food basket” region for the Sultanate of Oman.
In an interview, Al Busaidy highlighted several flagship projects underway, including a RO 5 million program to plant 50,000 palm trees in Al Sinainah and the Al Miera Poultry project, valued at RO 20 million. Additionally, wheat cultivation initiatives are being developed in both Mahadha and Al Sinainah.
Looking ahead, the next phase of development will expand into Al Rawdah, where further food security projects will be established. These will be complemented by processing and manufacturing activities within a planned economic zone, fostering a more integrated farm-to-market supply chain.
On the infrastructure front, the governor noted that road construction is being accelerated to support the governorate’s investment goals and enhance connectivity across its wilayats. Approximately 60 km of roads have been paved and completed, with another 100 km currently under construction.
Al Busaidy added that the governorate is seeking approval from relevant authorities to pave an additional 178 km of roads this year, aiming to extend road coverage to most parts of the region.
Officials emphasize that combining agricultural investments with improved infrastructure is essential to reducing logistics costs, enhancing distribution efficiency, and strengthening the commercial viability of food projects—simultaneously advancing national efforts to boost domestic supply resilience.
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Al Buraimi’s robust investment surge of RO 62 million in food-security projects, aligned with Oman Vision 2040, signals a prime opportunity for businesses to tap into a rapidly developing agri-food sector. The governorate’s focus on infrastructure expansion to enhance connectivity further reduces logistical bottlenecks, positioning the region as a competitive food production hub. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should now consider integrating supply chain innovations and agro-processing ventures to capitalize on this comprehensive farm-to-market ecosystem.
