The United Arab Emirates is showcasing its latest sustainable technologies and practices in modern agriculture at the Bahrain International Garden Show 2025 (BIGS). The UAE is also promoting key initiatives and projects that support environmental sustainability and food security, as well as actively facilitating the exchange of expertise and perspectives with participating nations and entities.
Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, the exhibition is being held from February 20 to 23 at Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB).
The UAE delegation is led by His Excellency Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), and includes senior officials and representatives from the Ministry, the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, and the Agriculture and Livestock Department in Sharjah.
The UAE is showcasing its key initiatives and projects that advance environmental and agricultural sustainability, emphasizing the significant potential of climate-smart agricultural technologies tailored to the region's challenging climatic conditions - a fundamental pillar of the nation's sustainability efforts.
H.E. Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Undersecretary of MOCCAE, said "Our participation in the Bahrain International Garden Show will further foster the exchange of regional and international expertise in sustainable agriculture. Climate change and global environmental challenges necessitate a reassessment of traditional agricultural methods and a shift toward innovation in developing smart agricultural systems that enhance natural resource efficiency and minimize waste."
His Excellency added, "The UAE is home to several modern, vertical, and hydroponic farms that produce thousands of tons of high-quality vegetables and fruits using advanced irrigation systems to optimize water use, minimize waste, and conserve vital water resources. Through strategic initiatives, policies, and partnerships, the UAE aims to promote the development of these farms, which represent the future of agriculture and food security in the nation."
His Excellency explained, "The adoption of the latest and most advanced agricultural practices plays a crucial role in optimizing the use of essential resources such as water and soil. The implementation of these solutions also contributes to reducing carbon emissions and strengthening the agricultural sector's resilience to climate change."
Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Secretary General of the National Initiative for Agricultural Development (NIAD) in Bahrain, visited the UAE's pavilion at the Bahrain International Garden Show 2025. She was accompanied by His Excellency Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Undersecretary of (MOCCAE), who provided an overview of the UAE's key agricultural projects and initiatives. The discussion highlighted the efforts of various participating entities in promoting environmental sustainability, as well as the UAE's commitment to enhancing sustainable food security through modern agriculture and innovative approaches to increasing food production.
Source: Zawya