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Our Services

We are conducting applied research in sustainable agriculture to promote collaboration, technology, and knowledge transfer in the areas of horticulture.

Consultation

Consultation

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Workshops

Workshops

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Internship

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Research Study

Research Study

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About us

The Cabinet's decision was issued in the year 2019 to establish the National Center for Sustainable Agriculture Research and Development (Estidamah) with the aim of conducting applied research to develop innovative agricultural solutions and supporting research for sustainable and resilient food systems. The center focuses on food security, promoting sustainable ecological agricultural systems, and implementing measures to mitigate the effects of climate change and adapt to it. Estidamah strives to adopt and test new technologies that enhance sustainable agricultural practices in a number of areas, including increasing crop yields per unit area, improving integrated water management in agriculture by enhancing water use efficiency and halting the depletion of freshwater resources in the Kingdom.

Electronic Services

Estidamah offers a wide range of E-services designed to promote environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.

Product Test Request

Product Test Request

The service aims to benefit from the expertise of the research team at the center, by testing the product either in laboratories or by evaluating the product and its effectiveness in agricultural research.

Request a visit

Request a visit

Requesting a visit to the center from beneficiaries from government agencies, the private sector, farmers, and students, and coordinating with the relevant administration to determine the appropriate date for the visit.

Request a field visit

Request a field visit

The service aims to enhance communication with beneficiaries by having specialists at the center conduct a field visit to the beneficiaries and enhance the benefit by spreading knowledge to achieve the goals of sustainable agriculture.

Request for workshops

Request for workshops

Receiving requests to hold specialized workshops in the agricultural field to exchange knowledge

Request for participation

Request for participation

Receiving the center’s request to participate in local and international exhibitions, working on studying the feasibility of participation, and completing the procedures with the relevant administration.

Request for consultation

Request for consultation

Follow up on consultation requests from beneficiaries and transfer them to the relevant department

Cooperative training request

Cooperative training request

Follow up on training requests from beneficiaries and transfer them to the relevant department

Pioneer Farmer

Pioneer Farmer

The service aims to highlight entrepreneurial farmers who have developed successful agricultural practices or solutions that have contributed to improving efficiency and productivity. It focuses on verifying successful field experiences, exploring opportunities for their development, and expanding their application among other farmers to achieve greater sustainability and economic impact.

Our Programs

Through training and consultation, Estidamah develops agricultural systems and conducts research and applied experiments in the areas of protected agriculture.

Soilless Culture and Growing Media
Soilless Culture and Growing Media
Plant Nutrition and Biostimulants
Plant Nutrition and Biostimulants
Pest Management and Biological Control
Pest Management and Biological Control
Vertical Farming
Vertical Farming

Research areas

Climate Control

Climate Control

Crop Management

Crop Management

Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management

Irrigation And Nutrient Management

Irrigation And Nutrient Management

Latest News

Estidamah concludes the Third International Virtual Workshop with over 6,000 participants in att ....

Estidamah concludes the Third International Virtual Workshop with over 6,000 participants in att ....

The National Research and Development Center for Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah) concluded today the activities of the Third International Virtual Workshop titled “Enhancing Smart and Innovative Agricultural Solutions to Advance the Agricultural Sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." The ...

Estidamah Organizes the Third International Virtual Workshop to Enhance Smart and Innovative Agr ....

Estidamah Organizes the Third International Virtual Workshop to Enhance Smart and Innovative Agr ....

The National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah), in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, organized the Third International Virtual Workshop titled “Enhancing Smart and Innovative Agricultural Solutions to Advance the Agricul...

Estidamah Board of Directors Convenes Its Seventh Meeting of the Second Round, Chaired by the Mi ....

Estidamah Board of Directors Convenes Its Seventh Meeting of the Second Round, Chaired by the Mi ....

The Board of Directors of the National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah) convened its seventh meeting of the second round, chaired by His Excellency Eng. Abdulrahman Mohsen Al Fadley, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture. During the meeting, the Bo...

Estidamah and “Al Rajhia Agricultural Production Company” Sign Cooperation Agreement to Advance  ....

Estidamah and “Al Rajhia Agricultural Production Company” Sign Cooperation Agreement to Advance ....

The National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah) signed a Cooperation Agreement with Al Rajhia Agricultural Production Company (RAPCO), in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Marshood Al-Rohily, Director General of Estidamah, and His Excellency Dr. A...

Estidamah Takes Part in the Saudi Food Futures Forum to Enhance the Food Security and Agricultur ....

Estidamah Takes Part in the Saudi Food Futures Forum to Enhance the Food Security and Agricultur ....

His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Marshood Al-Rohily, Director General of the National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah), participated in the Saudi Food Futures Forum, highlighting the Center's initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural sustainability and ...

Estidamah and the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification ....

Estidamah and the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification ....

His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Marshood Al-Rohily, Director General of the National Center for Research and Development of Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah), hosted His Excellency Dr. Bahget Talaat, Deputy CEO of the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification, a...

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