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Emirates airline’s in-flight catering services arm, Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), has acquired the remaining stake in Emirates Bustanicaalong with its consumer brand, Bustanica, according to a statement. Emirates Bustanica — formerly a JV between EKFC and US-based Crop One — owns the world’s largest indoor vertical farm, located near Al Maktoum International Airport. The statement did not disclose the exact size of the additional stake or the value of the acquisition.
About the farm: The farm uses technology that uses 95% less water than conventional agriculture. Their 31 sqm facility can yield over 1 mn tonnes of leafy greens annually, equivalent to three tonnes daily.
Emirates Bustanica-branded produce is widely available in major retailers across the UAE. The company was also selected as a preferred supplier of produce for COP 28, and is used in in-flight meals on Emirates and other airlines’ flights.
