In the wake of a global energy crisis brought on by the war in Ukraine, Western countries are once again turning to oil and gas producers in the Gulf in order to diversify their energy sources. Countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar are back in the spotlight, with new opportunities to remain pivotal players in the decades to come. But energy isn't the only commodity reshaping the Gulf states. There is a food crisis looming on the horizon, and with it the threat of an uncertain future.

It's no secret that 2022 was a challenging year for the food system. Following the shockwaves of Covid-19, supply chains were once again tested and made to bear the weight of the war in Ukraine. The global economic crisis also impacted Venture Capital markets and the FoodTech sector was no exception. We look back on what we've learned in the past 12 months and think about what it all means for the year to come.