Sharjah: The Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock has highlighted the current agricultural and food sector landscape as being marked by a wide range of service providers, research institutions, and development platforms working together to explore opportunities for integration. Dr. Khalifa Al Tunaiji, Chairman of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock (SDAL), emphasized the significant opportunities in the UAE market for both domestic investment and the export of Emirati expertise abroad, including products, scientific research, smart control systems, and advanced supply chain and logistics solutions.

According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Al Tunaiji announced during an exhibition the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between the Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock and the National Agricultural Center. This agreement is designed to foster knowledge exchange and the transfer of expertise and successful experiences between national institutions. The initiative aims to create 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.

Dr. Al Tunaiji further noted that the UAE possesses the scientific and logistical capabilities to serve as a global benchmark and a key hub in the agricultural sector, especially for countries with similar climate and environmental conditions. He praised the strong government support and ongoing oversight at the highest levels, underscoring that this backing is a key driver of the UAE's competitiveness. This support helps the country maintain its position among the world's top 10 nations in innovation and food security, aligning with the leadership's vision of building a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.