Doha-based climate-smart agriculture company Hydrovest Technology has secured approximately $275,000 (QAR 1 million) in new funding. The investment will accelerate the company’s transition to full-scale commercial operations, expand its portfolio of value-added food products, and support its entry into regional markets.
This funding round comes as the GCC places greater strategic emphasis on food security and climate resilience, shifting the focus for agri-tech companies from experimentation to commercialization and scalability.
From Pilot to Production
Hydrovest plans to deploy the capital to scale its production capabilities and complete the fit-out of its new factory in Birkat Al Awamar. This move signifies a critical transition from controlled pilot projects to repeatable, commercial-scale operations, a phase that often presents the greatest challenge for agri-tech ventures in the region.
According to the company’s leadership, the funding provides the necessary runway to industrialize its processes, meet growing demand from partners, and expand its customer base. This signals a maturation of Qatar’s climate-smart agriculture sector, moving beyond proof of concept toward industrial-scale implementation.
A Strategy Beyond Fresh Produce
Instead of focusing solely on raw crop production, Hydrovest is building its brand around value-added food products. The company is best known locally for its “Lettuce Chips,” a premium snack made from hydroponically grown lettuce.
With the new capital, Hydrovest is preparing to launch new product lines, including freeze-dried fruits and wellness-oriented beverages like lettuce-based tea blends. This diversification strategy aims to capture higher margins, reduce exposure to price volatility and spoilage risk, and unlock new retail and export channels.
Technology as the Core Differentiator
Hydrovest’s model is built on a foundation of data-driven cultivation and automation. The company has a strategic technology collaboration with DENSO to support precision farming, enabling the cultivation of high-value crops like Japanese melons within Qatar’s challenging climate.
In addition to its food products, the company plans to introduce AI-powered hydroponic solutions through do-it-yourself (DIY) and managed farming kits. This extends its technology stack from internal operations to external customers and partners, positioning Hydrovest as an integrated agricultural solutions provider.
Gearing Up for Regional Expansion
A portion of the funding is allocated to support Hydrovest’s planned expansion into Dubai in the fourth quarter of 2026. The UAE represents a logical next step, offering established premium retail channels, advanced logistics infrastructure, and strong consumer demand for locally sourced and sustainable products.
The company has also received approval to be listed in the Qatar Development Bank Exporter Directory, a key step that signals its readiness for cross-border trade and institutional partnerships.
About Hydrovest Technology
Founded in Qatar, Hydrovest Technology specializes in climate-smart agriculture and value-added food production. The company utilizes data-driven hydroponics and automation to grow high-quality produce and develop innovative food products, such as its signature Lettuce Chips. Hydrovest aims to advance food security and sustainability in the region by combining advanced cultivation techniques with a market-focused product strategy.
Source: Waya
