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La Ferme Urbaine

The founder

From oil to hydroponics.

The journey of Skander Kacem, from the oil sector to the creation of La Ferme Urbaine.

Before La Ferme Urbaine, Skander Kacem worked in the fuel distribution sector — a world away from farming.

Then came a phase of personal research: he took an interest in organic farming and then in hydroponics, convinced that cleaner, more controlled production was possible.

He rounded out this research with study trips to Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, where hydroponics is a mature industry.

His first trials led to a documented success: a production of about 2,500 lettuces, proof that the model works under Tunisian climate.

He then founded La Ferme Urbaine and positioned himself among the pioneering players of hydroponics in Tunisia.

A more recent step: developing an NFT system powered by solar energy, in the logic of ever more autonomous production.

The founder: a vision for the Tunisian agriculture of tomorrow

Behind La Ferme Urbaine lies a simple, steadfast conviction: Tunisia can farm better, using less water, thanks to hydroponics. This vision guides each of our choices, from the design of our greenhouses to the way we support every grower. Discover the philosophy that drives our founder and the spirit in which we work.

Expertise rooted in agronomy

The La Ferme Urbaine venture rests on genuine expertise in agronomy and hydroponic growing. This is not a marketing stance, but know-how built through contact with the field and the plants.

This technical mastery runs through the whole company. It lets us design reliable NFT systems and, above all, pass on the right techniques to our clients rather than rough recipes.

This culture of agronomic rigour is found in every project we support. It is the foundation on which the trust our clients place in us rests.

A vision: modern, water-efficient farming

Water is the major challenge for Tunisian agriculture. Our founder's conviction is that hydroponics offers a concrete answer: producing more while drastically reducing water consumption.

This vision goes beyond technology alone. It is about proving that modern, frugal and profitable farming is possible here, on our land, with our growers.

It is this horizon that gives meaning to every greenhouse installed and every person trained.

A hands-on philosophy of closeness

Far from a model where you deliver and then disappear, our founder champions close, ongoing support. Succeeding at a hydroponic crop calls for being present, patient and attentive.

This philosophy translates concretely into the way we work by your side, from the first exchange to the follow-up of your harvests.

  • Listening to each project leader before proposing a solution
  • Passing on a real trade, not just equipment
  • Staying present through the first growing cycles
  • Placing the grower's profitability at the heart of decisions

Putting people at the centre of the project

For our founder, technology only has value if it serves people. A high-performing greenhouse is worth nothing if its operator is left alone to face difficulties.

That is why the transfer of knowledge holds a central place in our mission. We want growers who are self-reliant, confident and able to run their farm over the long term.

This human conviction permeates all our services and guides the relationship we build with each grower, over time.

A commitment to a new generation of farmers

At its core, the mission our founder carries is to guide a new generation of Tunisian farmers towards modern, sustainable practices. Hydroponics is not an end in itself, but a lever serving this ambition.

By choosing La Ferme Urbaine, you join this momentum: that of an agriculture that looks to the future without renouncing its roots.

We measure our founder's success not by the size of the company, but by the number of growers who take charge of their future thanks to hydroponics.

Making water a priority, not a constraint

For our founder, water scarcity is not a fate that would condemn Tunisian agriculture, but a challenge that calls for new solutions. Hydroponics is one of these concrete answers, making it possible to grow where traditional irrigation reaches its limits.

This approach rests on a measured use of the resource. In a controlled circuit, the nutrient solution flows and is recycled rather than lost, which makes production far more frugal than conventional methods. For our founder, this is a way to reconcile agricultural productivity with respect for resources.

Beyond the technology lies a deep conviction: the future of Tunisian agriculture will depend in part on its ability to produce more with less water. By guiding growers towards these practices, La Ferme Urbaine intends to contribute, in its own way, to a transition it considers essential.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the founder of La Ferme Urbaine?

Skander Kacem, who left the fuel distribution sector to devote himself to hydroponic farming in Tunisia.

How did his interest in hydroponics come about?

Through a phase of personal research on organic and then hydroponic farming, rounded out by study trips in Europe.

Where did he study hydroponics?

During study trips to Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, where hydroponics is a mature industry.

What was his first success?

A documented production of about 2,500 lettuces, proof that the model works under Tunisian climate.

Why create La Ferme Urbaine?

To make hydroponic farming accessible in Tunisia, with a turnkey offer, training and consulting.

What sets his approach apart?

End-to-end support, from study to production, and a drive for continuous innovation.

What is the most recent innovation?

The development of an NFT system powered by solar energy, for more autonomous production.

Is La Ferme Urbaine a pioneering player?

Yes: the company is positioned among the pioneering players of hydroponics in Tunisia.

Can we meet the team?

Yes: our Lac 2 showroom, in Tunis, is open to project owners. Contact us to arrange a visit.

How do I work with La Ferme Urbaine?

Request a quote or support: we study your project and get back to you within 48h.