Koppert and Fresh Energy have renewed and expanded their partnership after the successful launch of Egypt’s first large-scale biological crop protection programme in commercial greenhouse farming last season
The new agreement, signed on 10 July, marks a major step forward in Egypt’s horticulture sector. Present at the signing were Henri Oosthoek (Director of Strategy & Alliances), Boaz Oosthoek (Business Unit Manager Middle East Africa), Yassin Lahiani (Area Manager), Alex Tetteroo (Consultant), and Fresh Energy’s CEO Mohamed Mohab and Managing Director Yousra Mahmoud.
The renewed deal will see Koppert’s biological crop protection methods used across 300 hectares of greenhouse cultivation for sweet peppers. This marks a significant expansion from the initial project and highlights the ongoing commitment of both companies to sustainable farming.
Fresh Energy is a key player in Egypt’s agriculture sector, involved in both greenhouse and open-field farming. The company supplies premium fruits and vegetables to top supermarket chains. In partnership with local firm BioEgypt, Fresh Energy and Koppert successfully introduced a fully biological crop protection system on a commercial scale for the first time in Egypt. This approach allowed the company to meet customer expectations by delivering high-quality produce that complies with strict Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs).
This continued partnership is built on a shared goal to promote sustainability and innovation in Egyptian horticulture. As growers face increasing pressure to reduce chemical usage and meet international food safety standards, biological solutions are becoming more important. This collaboration positions Egypt as a leader in sustainable greenhouse farming in the region, potentially influencing neighbouring countries and global markets.
Yassin Lahiani, area manager at Koppert said, “We are proud to have been the first to implement a successful biological program in Egypt together with Fresh Energy and our local partner BioEgypt. The achievements of last season have now resulted in an extended partnership, allowing us to support even more growers and greenhouse operations in adopting sustainable production practices.”
Mohamed Mohab, CEO of Fresh Energy stated, “We look forward to a long-term journey defined by mutual growth and prosperity. I am grateful for Koppert’s commitment to this partnership and the shared vision that brings our organizations together. We appreciate this cooperation and believe our partnership will pave the way to more remarkable initiatives and enterprise prospects. Koppert’s experience, combined with ours, will help us achieve Fresh Energy’s vision faster and more efficiently. We look forward to a successful collaboration and a beneficial relationship in the future.”
Both companies are now focused on scaling up their efforts to support Egypt’s move towards cleaner, safer, and more sustainable agricultural methods.