H.E. Dr. Amna Al Dahak visits ICBA to review the latest agricultural research and its contribution to enhancing national food security

  • Date: 08-Feb-2024
  • Source: Zawya
  • Sector:Agriculture
  • Country:UAE
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H.E. Dr. Amna Al Dahak visits ICBA to review the latest agricultural research and its contribution to enhancing national food security



During the visit, Her Excellency Dr. Amna Al Dahak had the opportunity to harvest produce at the Millet Demo Farm and inspect the center’s protected crops, gene bank, and evaluate advanced agricultural research. ICBA showcased its accomplishments in successfully growing crops in saline and marginal environments, sharing their knowledge, and training local farmers on these techniques. H.E. Dr. Amna Al Dahak The UAE has a clear vision to enhance its food security through innovation and scientific research in order to overcome the challenges posed by climate change and the UAE’s desert environment and water scarcity. At ICBA, I have witnessed significant progress in agricultural research and experimentation, opening up opportunities to increase the production of critical crops and reduce reliance on imports. There is a fundamental need to enhance the sustainability of agricultural products as part of the National Environment Day initiative, which focuses on the sustainability of local products. Dubai, UAE: Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, visited the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) in Dubai. During her visit, she was updated on advanced agricultural technologies and research at ICBA and learned about their contribution to improving