starting "UAE Agricultural Conference and Exhibition" In its second edition tomorrow in Al Ain, with wide community participation
Al Ain, April 21, 2017 – Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Head of the Presidential Cabinet, the activities of the second edition of the “UAE Agricultural Conference and Exhibition 2026” will begin tomorrow (Wednesday) at ADNEC – Al Ain.
This huge event, organized by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, comes as an integrated strategic platform aimed at establishing a resilient national agricultural sector, in line with the goals of sustainable national food security.
The event represents one of the most prominent efforts to support national farmers by providing new horizons for marketing their products and crops to be the first choice for consumers in various markets in the country, and linking them directly with major food industry companies, investors and innovators.
The public will be treated to a wide range of basic products and fresh crops at the farmers’ market, which highlights the quality and competitiveness of local production and its ability to meet the needs of society with the highest international standards.
Visitors will have a special experience in specialized corners within the farmers’ market, including the products of Emirati farmers, child farmers, beekeepers, and date merchants, in addition to the Halal Owners’ Tent, which displays the best types of live livestock and fish wealth, in addition to an area designated for auctions.
Hajar Bakhit Al Ketbi, Director of the Government Communications Department at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, said that the UAE Agricultural Conference and Exhibition is, at its core, a national message and an open invitation to all members of society to recall the legacy of the late founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, who instilled in us a love of the land and taught us that agriculture is the story of our survival and the symbol of our renaissance. Through this event, we seek to enhance community agricultural awareness and rebuild bridges between our emerging generations and the profession. ancestors, ensuring the transformation of agriculture from a mere production sector into a national culture and sustainable behavior in which everyone participates in its growth and development.”
She invited families, youth, students and all members of society to visit ADNEC Al Ain and share this inspiring experience with us as a golden opportunity to see closely the extent of development and innovation witnessed by our agricultural sector, and to learn about the success stories of our heroic farmers.
She added that your presence and interaction represent real support that contributes to realizing the vision of our wise leadership to make the Emirati product the first and always preferred choice, and to consolidate the position of agriculture as a fundamental pillar in our journey towards a safer and more sustainable future.
The visitors’ experience at the exhibition is divided into four strategic paths that were carefully designed so that the “Farmers’ Path” focuses on supporting local producers and linking them with major food industry companies to open new marketing and competitive horizons.
While the “Community Path” targets families and families through interactive workshops in the community corner to promote the values of sustainability and home agriculture, while children and youth receive special attention through specialized activities that instill a passion for the land in the hearts of the younger generations, to ensure the continuity of this legacy and its development with modern tools.
The “Educational Track” highlights the role of scientific research and innovation in developing practical solutions for food security through the broad participation of school and university students, while the “Business and Young Entrepreneurs Track” paves the way for owners of start-up companies and creative ideas to invest in the future of agriculture and transform it into a vibrant and sustainable economic sector, making the exhibition an integrated destination that meets the aspirations of all segments of society, including specialists, hobbyists, and emerging generations alike.
On the cognitive level, the event witnesses a high-level conference that brings together an elite group of experts and speakers to discuss the future of the sector through rich dialogue sessions. The agenda of daily discussions is divided into strategic topics. The conference begins on the first day by discussing “The Role of Data and Artificial Intelligence in the Agriculture Sector,” and moves on the second day to shed light on “The Future of Food Industries.” The third day is then devoted to celebrating “the contributions of family and women farmers,” concluding the activities of its fourth day with the UAE University Forum on “Agricultural Sustainability and Food Safety,” making visiting the exhibition an unmissable opportunity to learn about the future of national food security and enjoy an integrated family and knowledge experience in the heart of Al Ain.
The UAE Agricultural Conference and Exhibition in Al Ain is more than just an exhibition, becoming an inspiring journey for all members of society to learn about the future of our food and contribute to building a sector that guarantees us safety and sustainability.
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