Abu Dhabi: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, 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.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event is organized within the framework of the ‘Plant the Emirates’ National Programme, which was launched to realize the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan for greening the desert and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This program, initiated last year, supports the UAE’s agricultural development efforts and strengthens sustainable national food security while encouraging community engagement in areas such as home gardening and cultivating key agricultural products.
The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2025 is scheduled to take place at the ADNEC Centre Al Ain from 28th to 31st May 2025. It will gather officials and decision-makers from the UAE and around the world, along with leaders from local and international agricultural sectors and the private sector. The event aims to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and innovative insights to bolster the agricultural sector and transition from traditional agricultural systems to sustainable models that address global food security challenges.
Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, emphasized the UAE’s leadership prioritizing the development of the agricultural sector to achieve the goals of the National Food Security Strategy 2051. This initiative aims to strengthen sustainable national food security by adopting climate-smart, sustainable agricultural solutions. She noted the importance of empowering Emirati farmers and local farms to meet the nation’s agricultural, food, and developmental targets.
The conference will provide a platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of a unified vision on the role of agriculture in addressing global food challenges. Dr. Al Dahak highlighted that the UAE faces agricultural challenges, particularly water scarcity and limited arable land, which necessitate a shift to smart, technology-driven solutions. The UAE has already implemented several advanced agricultural projects and aims to expand these initiatives to strengthen its position as a global hub for modern agricultural solutions.
The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition will also inaugurate the First National Agricultural Extension Forum. This forum offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts, connect with potential partners, and explore the latest advancements in agricultural technologies. The event will feature specialized sessions and workshops addressing themes including sustainability, community agriculture, food security, and climate change.
Designed to empower Emirati farmers, the event will provide access to the latest agricultural innovations and opportunities to market and showcase exceptional local produce. It aims to advance agricultural sustainability through cutting-edge technologies, sound environmental practices, and AI-driven techniques. The exhibition will feature specialist zones such as the Farmers’ Exhibition, Youth Zone, Agricultural Technology Zone, Schools and Universities Zone, and Corporate and Private Sector Zone, each focusing on various aspects of agricultural innovation and development.
