Khalifa bin Zayed issues a new law regulating grazing in Abu Dhabi

Khalifa bin Zayed issues a new law regulating grazing in Abu Dhabi

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Law No. (11) 2020 to regulate grazing in Abu Dhabi and preserve natural rangelands.

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) will be responsible for the implementation of the law as they are mandated with ensuring environmental protection in Abu Dhabi.

The new law stipulates that grazing areas must be two kilometers away from natural reserves and outside the borders of critical habitats, with EAD being responsible for providing the necessary grazing permits.

Following necessary approvals, the agency will issue the executive regulations for the new law abolishing Law No. (13) 2005 and every ruling that is superseded by the provisions of this new law.

The law aims to prevent overgrazing and protect the environment from desertification and ensure no further loss of native wild plants, which would in turn contribute to preventing soil erosion. It will enable rangelands to naturally regenerate, ensuring their continuity for future generations.

Regulating grazing is vital to protect desert habitats, ensuring the preservation of biological diversity and enhancing sustainable resource use and encourage return to more traditional practices of grazing. This will contribute to sustaining native wildlife, which are dependent