AHK Iraq Report: Agriculture in Kurdistan 2025/2026
Agriculture and livestock remain pillars of economic and food security in the Kurdistan Region. With fertile lands, a favorable climate, and deep-rooted tradition, the sector is undergoing strategic modernization to reduce import dependency, boost local production, and attract investment.
Key Government Goals for 2025
- Modernize agricultural & livestock production
- Promote private-sector investment
- Strengthen food security & job creation
- Introduce modern value chains & standards
Flagship Project: Megal Agriculture (US$100M)
Launched in 2025 on Erbil–Gwer Road, this mega investment spans 366 dunams and includes:
- Modern slaughterhouse & livestock trading center
- Wastewater treatment & incineration units
- Livestock product trading hub
- Over 1,000 new jobs expected
- Agriculture in Iraq 2026
German Partnerships in 2025
AHK Iraq facilitated several high-impact collaborations:
- Zuchtvieh-Export GmbH: Delivered 2,000+ dairy cows
- Himel Maschinen GmbH: Signed deal for feeding systems, silage units
- GGI-SPERMEX GmbH: Brought breeding tech & AI for livestock genetics
Agro Pack & Food Iraq 2025: German Farming Solutions
Held in Erbil, the fair hosted 400+ exhibitors and 15,000+ visitors across 17,000 m².
AHK Iraq promoted German agri-tech under "German Farming Solutions", supporting:
- Farm-to-shelf tech solutions
- B2B matchmaking
- Investment facilitation for Kurdistan’s agro-industry