Abu Dhabi issued 152 new agricultural, fisheries and livestock licences in nine months, up 29 per cent, with Al Ain driving growth
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Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority
Abu Dhabi approves 145 economic activities on farms to boost food security and tourism
Abu Dhabi has expanded farm economic activities to 145 under a new ADAFSA decision, boosting food security, investment opportunities and agri-tourism
Dairy
Sharjah’s Mleiha dairy farm to expand to 20,000 cows
Mleiha Dairy Farm will expand its herd to 20,000 cows over the next three years as it looks to boost UAE food security
Agriculture
Sheikh Mohammed announces Dubai farm rules
Dubai issues decree regulating farms in Dubai
agriculture in dubai
iFarm launches vertical farm in Dubai as sector tipped to reach $6.23bn in MENA
iFarm to grow salad items at vertical farm in Dubai
Agriculture
UAE bank announces $27m in loans for food firms
UAE’s Emirates Development Bank unveils AgriTech Loans for food sector
Agriculture
UAE to support some low-income workers with water and electricity bills
UAE President orders help for low-income farm owners
Agri Hub by URB
Dubai to hire 10,000 employees for world’s biggest farming attraction
The exact location will be confirmed in 2024, with construction due to begin in 2025
Food tech
How the UAE can lead food security agenda in MENA region
The UAE’s food security is best achievable at the intersection of sustainable farming systems and health-conscious consumerism
