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The drivers of agriculture technology, or agri-tech solutions, are multi-faceted.
Large-scale governmental initiatives and commercial advantages such as employment opportunities, as well as globally appealing investment opportunities, mean that scalable agri-tech solutions are attracting increasing attention from major players in this space.
A key regional driver of agri-tech is the UAE, with its progressive and far-sighted leadership that understands the importance of modern technology to sustain long-term food security and become less reliant on food imports.
In line with this, the UAE announced its National Food Security Strategy in 2018, with the vision to become a world-leading hub for innovation-driven food security by 2051. Such governmental initiatives are crucial to drive agri-tech progress throughout the region and beyond.
Agricultural technology in the Middle East: Sowing the seeds of the future
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It is a stark truth that there is a significant gap between the amount of agricultural goods produced and food needs globally. By 2050, the world’s population is expected to reach 10 billion, and in order to keep up with the pace of demand, annual cereal production will need to rise to 3 billion tons, up from the 2.1 billion tons produced today. While agriculture in the Middle East represents a mere 13% of the region’s GDP, the sector plays a strategically important role in promoting resilient food systems, keeping critical economic sectors alive, and forming the base of many economies. Out of the region’s total population of 296 million people, 84 million, or 28%, are entirely dependent on agriculture.
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Natural greenery is desirable, for both its aesthetic appeal and its decarbonisation potential. File photo
Islamic Development Bank and ICBA has been working on several technologies and innovations to boost agricultural productivity and improve farmers livelihood, in non-arable lands and harsh ecosystems.
Over the course of the pandemic, as priorities changed and expectations evolved, the consensus on working towards greater sustainability has emerged stronger than ever. No location in the world is an exception to this development. However, enhancing sustainability requires a different focus in each region, based on local challenges and socio-economic conditions.