Dubai International Chamber has successfully supported the expansion of ‘Farm To Plate’, a Dubai-based agri-food tech solutions provider, into the Kingdom of Eswatini. This milestone partnership aims to modernize Eswatini’s agricultural sector, empowering local farmers and promoting sustainable practices through advanced technologies.
Modernizing Eswatini’s Agriculture with Farm To Plate
Farm To Plate, a subsidiary of Paramount Software Solutions, has partnered with the Royal Science and Technology Park in Eswatini. The collaboration focuses on:
- Empowering local farmers with data-driven tools and capacity-building initiatives.
- Enhancing sustainability by optimizing agricultural practices.
- Improving income and profitability for farmers.
- Boosting trust and quality assurance in food products to strengthen exports.
The introduction of Farm To Plate’s end-to-end supply chain tools will transform the agri-food ecosystem in Eswatini, aligning with the country’s vision of becoming a regional leader in sustainable, technology-driven agriculture.
Stakeholder Statements on the Partnership
Savannah Maziya, Minister of ICT for the Kingdom of Eswatini, highlighted the significance of this collaboration:
“Farm To Plate’s entry into Eswatini reflects our nation’s dedication to technological innovation and agricultural transformation. We are excited to embrace this opportunity to leverage digital solutions that empower local farmers and enhance our food ecosystem. We extend our gratitude to Dubai International Chamber for fostering collaborations that make impactful initiatives like this possible.”
Pramod Sajja, President & CEO of Farm To Plate, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainability:
“Farm To Plate is our way of using innovation to create stronger, more sustainable food systems that support farmers and communities while driving positive change. Expanding into the Kingdom of Eswatini represents more than just a business opportunity; it is a commitment to fostering global collaboration, empowering farmers, and advancing food security.”
Dubai International Chamber’s Role
Dubai International Chamber played a pivotal role in facilitating this expansion by:
- Connecting Farm To Plate with key stakeholders in Eswatini.
- Supporting negotiations and advisory processes.
- Strengthening Dubai’s global economic reach by promoting local companies in dynamic markets.
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, stated:
“We are proud to have played a key role in connecting Farm To Plate with the right partners to achieve their expansion goals and contribute to the advancement of the agri-food sector in Eswatini. Supporting the international growth of local companies like Farm To Plate into dynamic markets like Eswatini remains a core focus for us.”
