SHARJAH: The inaugural edition of the Al Dhaid Agriculture Exhibition will open on Thursday at Expo Al Dhaid, bringing together representatives of ministries and government agencies and more than 50 companies operating in the agriculture and livestock sector, in addition to experts, farm owners, and farmers.
The exhibition, set to run from 18th to 21st January, is being organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture and Livestock.
The exhibition serves as an all-inclusive platform for the top technologies and cutting-edge equipment in agriculture development and livestock husbandry, showcasing innovative solutions in hydroponics and vertical farming alongside irrigation and horticulture techniques.
Held over four days, it provides a valuable opportunity for visitors to discover recent advances in the agriculture and livestock sector. In addition, event-goers will have the chance to attend panel sessions a
nd specialised seminars led by prominent agricultural and veterinary experts.
Dr. Khalifa Musabeh Ahmed Alteneiji, Chairman of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock in Sharjah, said that the exhibition endeavours to inform the Emirate’s farmers and livestock breeders about the latest agricultural and animal technologies. It will also review key practices and regulations, spotlighting the expertise of participating entities and specialised companies that play a role in the growth and development of this sector with a focus on enhancing food security.
Alteneiji added that the exhibition represents one of the Department’s initiatives to engage the public and private sectors in adopting agricultural and livestock investment projects in keeping with responsible and sustainable best practices. In addition, the exhibition sheds light on the Department’s projects and initiatives, which offer support services for productive farms and agricultural and animal coaching through its manuals on wheat farming and its
Model Farm Guide, which the Sharjah Executive Office recently endorsed.
For his part, Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah, said that the Al Dhaid Agriculture Exhibition is an innovative initiative contributing to the development of sustainable domestic agricultural and livestock production anchored in modern technologies. It also serves as a platform to enhance farmers’ ability to adopt best practices and embrace innovation, while supporting sustainability by hosting specialised seminars and workshops.”
The Al Dhaid Agriculture Exhibition, open daily from 10 :00 to 19:00, will bring together numerous agriculture and livestock companies. Displays will cover agribusiness, livestock husbandry, horticulture, equipment and supplies, banks, advisory services and training, beekeeping, and food processing and packaging, making the event a one-stop shop for decision-makers and major players in the sustainable food sector to browse the latest innovations.
Source: Emirates News Agency