Al ain: H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, visited the second edition of the Emirates Agricultural Conference and Exhibition 2026, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event, organised by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, took place at ADNEC Al Ain from 22 to 26 April under the theme 'A Comprehensive Emirati Agricultural Platform...Towards a Sustainable Community and Global Innovation'. It featured participation from government and private entities, alongside experts, farmers, and entrepreneurs from the UAE and abroad. This event is seen as a significant step in advancing the agricultural sector, supporting local production, and strengthening strategic partnerships to address climate challenges.
During his tour of the exhibition, H.H. Sheikh Saif reviewed innovations and advanced solutions in the agricultural sector, showcasing the UAE's commitment to enhancing food security and developing a sustainable, technology-driven agricultural ecosystem. He listened to briefings from entities like the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and the National Agricultural Centre, focusing on efforts to develop the sector, improve production efficiency through modern technologies, and support farmers through various initiatives.
H.H. Sheikh Saif visited several pavilions, including the entrepreneurs' zone and Media Farm, to learn about innovative smart agriculture projects. He also explored the small farmers' corner to understand their experiences in local production. The tour included the women farmers' section, where he was introduced to successful models of women's empowerment in agriculture.
