Animal Health and Nutrition

The facility will separate fresh grass into a protein-rich juice stream and a fibre-rich press cake.

The project supports agricultural and livestock value chains, including access to feed and other inputs.

The development comes as the UAE continues to rely significantly on imported pet food.

The agreement spans feed, hatcheries, farming, processing, cold chain and distribution.

The company had previously announced plans to acquire 65% of EL.VI.Z, with a further 35% stake planned to be acquired within three years.

The site is the company’s first ground-up factory in more than 50 years.

Companies can access nearly 16,000 tonnes of the country’s stored protein feed reserves from September 1, 2026, through February 2027.

Critics warn that open-net farms could threaten wild salmon through escapes, disease and pollution.

The research will assess whether the technology can reduce virus levels in poultry environments while protecting bird health and production.

The acquisition expands access to local grain and strengthens Kalmbach’s feed, pet food and ingredient operations.