The UAE initiative aims to strengthen its leadership in climate-adaptive agriculture model

Last updated: April 27, 2026 | 11:01

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During the second edition of the UAE Conference and Exhibition in Al Ain, the official launch of the “National Agricultural Initiative for the Adoption of Climate-Smart Crops in the United Arab Emirates” was announced. This strategic step is led by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment in collaboration with the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA).

The initiative aims to reinforce the UAE’s position as a leading global model in climate-adaptive agriculture by transforming scientific research outcomes into practical field solutions that ensure sustainable water resource management and achieve national food sovereignty, in alignment with the objectives of the National Food Security Strategy 2051.

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Through its strategic pillars, the initiative seeks to…