Tiryaki Agro Holding, Türkiye’s leading agricultural supply chain company, has entered a landmark collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, to bolster Iraq’s food and feed security. The agreement was formalized during IFC Partnerships Day in Iraq on September 13, 2025, under the patronage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani, commemorating IFC’s two decades of impact in the country.

The initiative will launch feasibility studies for the establishment of Food and Feed Security Compounds (FFSCs) across Iraq, marking one of the most comprehensive private sector-led efforts to enhance the country’s agricultural infrastructure. The studies will focus on environmental and social assessments aligned with IFC Performance Standards, providing the foundation for market validation, cost optimization, and long-term commercial sustainability.

Through this strategic collaboration, the project will analyze soil and water resources to optimize crop patterns, integrate renewable energy and modern storage infrastructure, implement training programs for local farmers, and establish resilient agribusiness infrastructure. The phased investment will begin with an initial commitment exceeding $120 million, forming part of a larger multi-phase project aimed at strengthening Iraq’s food and feed ecosystem.

Tiryaki Agro’s longstanding presence in Iraq includes the commissioning of one of the country’s largest agribusiness investments in 2024, a soy crushing and corn storage facility in Umm Qasr with an annual production capacity of one million tons, supplying nearly half of Iraq’s feed market. The company’s workforce of 290, predominantly Iraqi nationals, underscores its commitment to employment, technology transfer, and sustainable production.

The FFSC program will build on Tiryaki Agro’s expertise and IFC’s financial and advisory support to expand Iraq’s integrated agricultural supply chain. Across 39 facilities in 14 cities, the initiative will enhance efficiency, technology adoption, and integration of Iraqi producers into global value chains, reinforcing sustainable production while delivering long-term social and economic impact.

By combining private sector innovation, strategic financing, and sustainable agricultural practices, this partnership positions Iraq to increase domestic production capacity, reduce reliance on imports, and advance regional food security. The Tiryaki Agro–IFC collaboration exemplifies how visionary partnerships can transform agricultural infrastructure into a driver of economic growth and sustainable development.