SDAL: UAE in food security “golden age”

UAE market offers investment and export opportunities

His Excellency Dr Khalifa Al Tunaiji, Chairman of Department of Agriculture and Livestock (SDAL), explained that the UAE market offers significant opportunities not only for domestic investment but also for exporting Emirati expertise abroad, including products, scientific research, smart control systems, and advanced supply chain and logistics solutions.

Strategic agreement to enhance knowledge exchange

In line with this direction, His Excellency said: “Today, during the exhibition, we witnessed the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between the Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock and the National Agricultural Center. This agreement aims to strengthen knowledge exchange and the transfer of expertise and successful experiences between national institutions, creating sustainable channels of cooperation that ensure knowledge is widely shared rather than confined to specific entities. It also seeks to enhance institutional and scientific innovation to support the nation’s strategic objectives.”

UAE positioned as global agricultural benchmark

Al Tunaiji noted that the UAE has the scientific and logistical capabilities to serve as a global benchmark and a key hub in the agricultural sector, particularly for countries facing similar climate and environmental conditions.

Government support drives competitiveness and innovation

He also praised the strong government support and ongoing oversight at the highest levels, stressing that this backing is a key driver of the UAE’s competitiveness, helping the country maintain its position among the world’s top 10 nations in innovation and food security, in line with the leadership’s vision of building a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.