Technology is transforming food production in the UAE as it drives its food security agenda, but adjusting consumer habits will be key to long-term success
Even before the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the fragility of global supply chains, the UAE government had turned its attention to reducing the nation’s reliance on imports. In November 2018, Abu Dhabi launched the UAE National Food Security Strategy 2051 to champion agribusiness trade and promote the technology-based production of food, known as agritech.
“Agritech is one of the key drivers to enhance food security,” says UAE Minister of State for Food and Water Security Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri.
The UAE s goal is to increase food production by 30-40 per cent in 10 years
The UAE’s aim to further enhance food security and attain number one ranking in the Global Food Security Index by 2051 were the key focus areas at a MEED webinar entitled ‘Agritech – Enhancing Food Security in the UAE’, organised by DP World, UAE Region and Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza).
UAE Minister of State for Food and Water Security Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri (pictured right) delivered a keynote speech, emphasising that the efficiency of the food supply chain is a top priority for the UAE s leadership.
Efficient food supply chain, top priority of UAE leadership: Mariam Almheiri Wed 14th April 2021 | 06:15 PM
DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 14th Apr, 2021) The UAEâs aim to further enhance food security in the country and attain number one ranking in the Global Food Security Index by 2051 were the key focus areas at a webinar titled Agritech - Enhancing Food Security in the UAE , organised by DP World, UAE Region and Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in collaboration with the middle East Economic Digest (MEED).
The webinar was held virtually in the presence of Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of State for Food and Water Security, who delivered a keynote speech and Mohammed Al Muallem, CEO & Managing Director of DP World, UAE Region and CEO of Jafza, who delivered the opening remarks.
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