Mary Anne De Haan with Anum Farooq

MARY ANNE DE HAAN : GROWING SUSTAINABLE MICROGREENS, HERBS & EDIBLE FLOWERS IN THE DESERT ENVIRONMENT 

A fascinating conversation with the Founder and Director of Mary Anne’s Fresh Produce through a holistic lens from sustainability in farming methods, to experiences of being an entrepreneur and the interlinks between primary farming industries to tertiary cuisine sectors. An innovative and forward thinking farm where sustainable microgreens, herbs and edible flowers are grown in the UAE desert environment. From Nasturtiums, Amaranth, Gem Marigolds to Genovese Basil amongst others.

Mary Anne De Haan grew up in a small town in the Netherlands, she was raised by a Dutch dad and an American mother, together with her little brother. She has an undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering and a Masters in International Business. She relocated to Dubai as an expat, and initially started working as an account manager who would support with particular trainings, and her fascination with agriculture grew. She is now a working mum, with two dogs, two turtles and a horse, with an expanding family.

She  is the founder Mary Anne’s Fresh Produce, where they are committed to bringing the Dubai chef the greatest variety of special products grown locally at the farm through sustainable methods. Mary Anne’s Fresh Produce grow a large variety of innovative products that help chefs bring their dishes to the next level. Products range from edible flowers, to microgreens and specialty leaves, through ensuring the highest level of quality through their unique growing method.