Infrastructure works for the Buri agricultural project in Bahrain are 87% complete as of 19 October 2026. This status reflects the current state of development as of October 2026, marking a significant phase for the site’s infrastructure. Construction crews reached this milestone following ongoing development efforts at the site. The project remains a primary focus for local agricultural expansion, with officials monitoring the final stages of the facility's build. Completion of these works will shift the site toward operational status for regional farming activities. Further progress updates are expected as the remaining 13% of the infrastructure reaches finalization.
Scope of Agricultural Development
Site development plans encompass a total area of approximately 82,000 square metres in Buri. This space is partitioned into 12 distinct plots of land designated for agricultural use. Individual plot sizes across the Buri site range from 6,000 to 8,000 square metres. These specific dimensions define the layout currently under construction to support Bahrain farming operations upon the project's completion. The project comprises 12 plots of land ranging from 6,000 to 8,000 square metres each, ensuring that the total area of approximately 82,000 square metres is utilized effectively for the planned agricultural output.
Infrastructure and Technical Progress
Technical features of the Buri site include a desalination plant, irrigation networks, water wells, and two main substations. The project includes a desalination plant, irrigation networks, water wells, and two main substations, which are essential for the site's functionality. These components provide the necessary resource management for the agricultural activities planned for the area. Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, stated, "With the irrigation networks, water wells and two main substations ready, the project is set for completion by the year-end."
Officials allocated land at the site to 12 Bahraini farmers through a public tender process. Land was allocated to 12 Bahraini farmers through a public tender under 10-year contracts, including a one-year grace period. These farmers operate under 10-year contracts, an arrangement that includes a one-year grace period for initial setup and development. The terms of these agreements require the participants to manage the allocated plots for the duration of the contract period.
Construction of agricultural facilities and greenhouses by these 12 farmers has reached 75% completion as of 19 October 2026. This construction work involves the installation of structures designed to support the specific farming requirements of the project. The 12 farmers continue to work on the final stages of their respective installations to align with the overall project timeline. The ongoing development by these participants is a critical component of the broader effort to finalize the site for its intended agricultural use.