About Qatar's Agriculture Sector

Food security has become a strategic priority for Qatar as the country works to strengthen supply chain resilience, expand domestic agricultural production, and reduce reliance on imports. Under the National Food Security Strategy 2030, Qatar is pursuing a comprehensive approach that combines local production, strategic reserves, international partnerships, sustainability initiatives, and advanced agricultural technologies.

Qatar has made significant progress toward increasing domestic food production over the past decade. The country has achieved full self-sufficiency in dairy products and fresh poultry, while continuing to expand local production of vegetables, eggs, fish, and livestock. By 2030, Qatar aims to achieve 55% self-sufficiency in vegetables, 70% in table eggs, 30% in sheep and goat meat, and 80% in fresh fish, while maintaining its current self-sufficiency levels in dairy and poultry products.

Given Qatar’s arid climate and limited arable land, controlled-environment agriculture has played a central role in the sector’s development. Investments in climate-controlled greenhouses, hydroponics, vertical farming, and water-efficient irrigation systems have enabled year-round cultivation of crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and other produce. By 2025, the total area dedicated to greenhouse farming exceeded 8,400 greenhouse units, supporting higher agricultural productivity and improved food security outcomes.

Government support, technological innovation, and private-sector investment continue to drive growth across Qatar’s agriculture sector. These efforts are focused not only on increasing domestic production but also on enhancing water efficiency, improving sustainability, reducing food waste, and building a more resilient food system capable of meeting future demand.