Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced the launch of the inaugural Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2025. The event aligns with the nation's strategic vision to support the local agricultural sector and enhance its role in promoting sustainable national food security.
The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2025 is organized within the framework of the 'Plant the Emirates' National Programme, launched to realize the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan for greening the desert and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
The 'Plant the Emirates' National Programme, launched last year, supports the UAE's agricultural development efforts and strengthens sustainable national food security. It encourages community engagement in various areas such as home gardening, cultivating key agricultural products, expanding green spaces, and promoting locally produced, high-nutrition foods. The program also enhances environmental sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint through increased production and consumption of locally sourced fresh produce.
The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2025 will take place at ADNEC Centre Al Ain from May 28 to 31, 2025. The event will convene officials and decision-makers from the UAE and around the world, alongside leaders from the local and international agricultural sectors and the private sector. It will facilitate the exchange of knowledge and innovative insights to strengthen the agricultural sector and support the transition from traditional agricultural systems to sustainable models that address global food security challenges.
Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, stated that the UAE's leadership prioritizes the development of the agricultural sector to achieve the goals of the National Food Security Strategy 2051. This commitment aims to strengthen sustainable national food security by adopting climate-smart, sustainable agricultural solutions.
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Her Excellency added: "The patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, for the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition, reflects His Highness's ongoing dedication to advancing the agricultural sector, supporting Emirati farmers, and increasing their contribution to the UAE's sustainable food security ecosystem."
Specialized sessions and workshops
The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition will feature a comprehensive program of specialized sessions and workshops led by distinguished experts and academics. Complementing these sessions, attendees can participate in practical field consultations and community training workshops. The agenda will address themes including sustainability, community agriculture, food security, and climate change, alongside in-depth discussions on modern irrigation, agricultural waste management, biotechnology, vertical farming, and approaches to engage young people in the agricultural sector.
The event features a comprehensive exhibition, workshops, and panel discussions that highlight the latest innovations in vertical farming, the adoption of AI in agriculture, and the sustainable management of water resources. It also encourages the active participation of youth, entrepreneurs, students, and academics in developing a resilient and sustainable agricultural sector within the country.
Source: Zawya