NEOM, the evolving sustainable regional development in northwestern Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of Topian, the NEOM Food Company.
As per a press release from NEOM, shared by SPA, Topian aims to redefine food production, distribution, and consumption by introducing sustainable and innovative solutions across five vertical pillars: climate-proof agriculture, regenerative aquaculture, novel foods, personalized nutrition, and sustainable food supply and ESG.
Supported by the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture (MEWA), Topian aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, leading the Kingdom's endeavors to ensure food security, combat climate change, and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060.
Fostering a dynamic community of scientists, industry experts, and innovators, Topian sets a new standard in sustainable food production. The release states that it seeks to perfect the "Art of More with Less," embracing a new era of food to attain food security.
Topian's launch concept, "Future to Table," will introduce and implement innovative solutions and initiatives to revolutionize the current global food system, addressing challenges arising from rapid population growth, changing consumption patterns, climate change, and the depletion of natural resources.
Through strategic partnership agreements with organizations such as King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Tabuk University, Tabuk Fish Company, BlueNalu, Van der Hoeven Horticultural Projects, and Cargill, Topian aims to collaborate on research and development initiatives, leveraging partners' expertise to develop innovative and sustainable approaches to food production.
The release highlights Topian's commitment to NEOM CARE's partnership and the development of educational initiatives to promote local sustainable gastronomy. Additionally, it aims to nurture Saudi talent through training opportunities and chef camps.