SALIC and Syngenta Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive Sustainable Farming and Global Food Security

• The Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) and Syngenta Group have entered a strategic alliance aimed at advancing sustainable farming practices worldwide.
• The collaboration will leverage Syngenta’s agri-technology expertise and SALIC’s investment capabilities to boost crop yields, soil health, and water efficiency.
• By promoting climate-resilient farming systems and responsible resource management, the partnership seeks to strengthen food supply chains across key agricultural regions.
• Joint initiatives will include farmer training, technology transfer, and access to advanced inputs, ensuring that sustainable solutions reach both smallholders and large-scale producers.

In a major step towards strengthening global food security, the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has partnered with Swiss agri-tech giant Syngenta Crop Protection AG. 

The two organisations have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) in Basel, Switzerland, outlining a joint commitment to advancing innovation and sustainability across the global agri-food landscape.

The collaboration will focus on sustainable farming, digital agriculture, soil health, and crop protection. Planned initiatives include climate-smart farming, sustainable soil and water management, crop and seed innovations, as well as capacity building and technical training for farmers. 

The partners also intend to establish centres of excellence to promote knowledge sharing, research collaboration, and the adoption of best practices worldwide.

Founded in 2012, SALIC plays a vital role in enhancing Saudi Arabia’s food security, investing across the global agricultural value chain in alignment with Vision 2030. 

Its portfolio spans grains, livestock, food processing, and agri-tech, with partnerships in several key regions. 

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Suliman Al-Rumeih, Group CEO of SALIC, described the agreement as a milestone in responsible innovation. “This partnership with Syngenta demonstrates SALIC’s dedication to sustainability and international collaboration,” he said. “By merging technology, expertise, and ethical farming practices, we aim to empower farmers, preserve natural resources, and strengthen global food systems.”

Syngenta, which operates in more than 90 countries, is known for its cutting-edge research in crop science and its mission to help farmers grow healthier, higher-yielding plants. 

Alexander Berkovskiy, Regional Director for AMEA at Syngenta, expressed optimism about the partnership: “Together, we will drive transformation in agriculture building resilient systems through innovation, education, and sustainable infrastructure, ensuring food that is safe, nutritious, and affordable for all.”

This strategic alliance represents a forward looking approach to sustainable agri-tech development. By combining SALIC’s investment reach and Syngenta’s scientific expertise, the two entities are poised to accelerate progress towards a more resilient, resource-efficient, and secure global food system, echoing the shared ambitions of Vision 2030 and Syngenta’s global sustainability goals.