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UAE, FAO discuss future-ready farm regulations

Session explored flexible policies to support innovation and sustainable food systems

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The event was held as part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to develop a flexible, forward-looking regulatory environment that supports innovation in the agriculture and food sectors.

UAE grows 150 date varieties, harvest season begins

Ministry continues efforts to protect palm trees from the destructive red palm weevil

Among the country's best-known date varieties are Fard, Barhi, Khalas, Sukkari, Khanezi, Sultana, Shishi, Zamli and Abu Maan.

Dubai deploys electric bikes for cleaning teams

New electric bikes can run up to 10 hours and carry around 90kg of waste

The new bikes are designed to help cleaning teams move more efficiently through neighbourhoods while collecting waste in hot and humid conditions.

Dubai: Why everyone is talking about flame tree season

The iconic summer bloom is becoming a lasting symbol of Dubai’s identity

The Flame Tree has quietly become a symbol of Dubai’s resilience, innovation and environmental sustainability.

Wadi Wurayah eyes Unesco World Heritage status in UAE

Fujairah’s biodiversity-rich mountain reserve seeks global recognition

Wadi Wurayah Fujairah

Abu Dhabi cultivates over 302,000 new coral colonies

Artificial reefs boost marine life as Abu Dhabi expands coral restoration

Coral revival drive aims to restore fish stocks and bolster food security

Dubai's AI park design contest offers huge cash prizes

Global competition invites designers, students, AI innovators to reimagine Al Safa 2 Park

Dubai on Sunday launches the world’s first artificial intelligence-powered park design challenge

Oman expands plastic ban to furniture, car shops

New phase of Oman plastic bag ban targets retailers, boosts reusable options

Oman extends plastic bag ban to more sectors in fifth phase from July 2026

Beyond plastic: The next circular economy challenge

Why tackling organic waste is critical to achieving the UAE’s sustainability goals

Recycled, recyclable, and compostable alternatives to conventional plastics all have a role to play in reducing waste and supporting more sustainable consumption.

93 baby Hawksbill turtles hatch on Fujairah beach

Successful nesting season at Al Fuqait Reserve boosts marine conservation efforts.

One of 93 hawksbill turtle hatchlings heads to the sea in Fujairah.

UAE identifies six invasive bird species

Rapid breeding and competition with native wildlife raise concerns

The priority species identified include the common myna, bank myna, rock pigeon, Indian house crow, Alexandrine parakeet and rose-ringed parakeet.

Al Reef Park opens in Al Ain with sports and play areas

New 119,000-square-metre park features cycling tracks, a theatre and more

Located on Abu Aseerah bin Al Harith Street, the park has been designed to serve residents of all ages, offering a mix of sports, leisure and community facilities.

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