UAE Business: Dubai’s agritourism project to create 10,000 jobs – Gulf Digital News

UAE Business: Dubai’s agritourism project to create 10,000 jobs – Gulf Digital News

URB, a global leader in developing sustainable cities, plans to develop the world’s largest agritourism destination in Dubai, providing food security & entertainment, while also creating more than 10,000 jobs & promoting a green economy.

Planned to be located in Dubai’s desert, the project Agri Hub by URB will promote a new agritourism experience, whilst offering fun and adventurous services as well as amenities.

Agritourism, short for agricultural tourism, is commonly defined as an activity where members of the public visit a farm for educational, recreational, or retail purposes. One of the main benefits of agritourism is the sustainability of rural communities, heritage and cultural landscapes. Agritourism provides green job opportunities thus increasing the income of local residents. It also enhances the quality of life of farmers and consumers, whilst improving the environment & enriching the local culture.

The new hub will also feature a nature & heritage conservation centre, ecotourism centre, an Agri-tech institute & a restorative wellness centre.

Baharash Bagherian, CEO of URB, explained the significance of the project in transforming Dubai’s rural and suburban districts into popular places of interest: “Dubai’s rural and agricultural rich communities are best positioned to become a global benchmark for agritourism. Agri Hub is a highly