Hassan Safi
Group CEO, Al Ain Farms Group
06 April, 2026
The resilience of food systems is often tested in new circumstances. In the UAE, that resilience has been deliberately built into the system.
The strength of the country’s model comes from diversified sourcing, advanced logistics, and importantly, a strong and growing base of local production that continues to play a stabilising role.
In categories such as fresh poultry, eggs, and dairy, what is produced within the UAE reaches shelves daily and is more resilient to cost and supply changes. This helps anchor both availability and pricing. At Al Ain Farms Group, we contribute directly to local production and feeding the nation on a daily basis. Through our fully integrated farm-to-shelf model, we deliver fresh, UAE-made products to retailers within 24 hours, supplying the everyday staples that families rely on.
This is what underpins trust – not only in where food is produced, but in availability, freshness and reliability. We continue to invest in local capacity and distribution capabilities, supporting the UAE’s wider food security goals by increasing self-reliance. Ultimately, it comes down to reliability and agility, a system that keeps the wheels turning, ensuring that fresh, wholesome food reaches tables across the country every day.



















































