CMI joins Agra Middle East 2025 as Knowledge & Media Partner, CEO Raj Shah to Speak on Future Foods Outlook

We are glad to be the Knowledge Partner and Media Partner for the upcoming Agra Middle East Exhibition 2025, taking place October 6-7 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. CMI will be represented by its CEO and Founder, Raj Shah, who is scheduled to deliver a keynote session on "Future Foods Outlook: What Will Nourish the Middle East in 2050?"

"By 2050, the Middle East's food systems will be reshaped by climate-resilient crops, alternative proteins, and aquaculture innovations," said Raj Shah. "Collaboration among policymakers, investors, and innovators will define how the region addresses its growing population's nutritional needs while safeguarding resources for future generations."

A Dynamic Platform for Food Security and Sustainability

Raj Shah will join a distinguished panel of global experts, including:

• Dr. Ahmad Mukhtar, Senior Economist & Head of Strategy and Policy at Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

• Tarifa Alzaabi, Director General at International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA)

• Dr. Fatima Al Hamedi, Senior Research Specialist - Conformity Programs & Research Department at Abu Dhabi Quality & Conformity Council

• Wasseem Emam, Founder, Director & Head of Research at Ethical Seafood Research

The session will spotlight the urgent need for sustainable solutions in the UAE and across the Middle East, where government investment in food security remains largely tied to existing commitments such as AgTech Zones and silo storage optimization. Despite these measures, over 85% of the UAE's food supply is imported, with FAO data from 2023 indicating a 90% import dependency.

Key Themes and Insights CMI will Highlight

➤ At AgraME 2025, CMI will share insights from its UAE Agriculture Market report, focusing on the UAE's food security journey and the technological and policy innovations shaping its future:

➤ Government role in food security - Subsidies, research grants, and programs such as the Emirates Development Bank's AED 100 million AgriTech Loan initiative are driving sustainability and innovation with up to 90% loan-to-value and a maximum tenor of 10 years.

➤ Changing consumer demand - Rising incomes are leading to increased consumption of meat and dairy products, with spending patterns influencing production strategies across poultry, beef, and dairy.

➤ Genomic research - The Agricultural Genome Program by ADAFSA is enhancing local animal breeds for productivity and adaptability, establishing a gene bank and applying genomic techniques to improve sustainability.

➤ Aquaculture innovations - Advances in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), biofloc technology, and aquaponics are boosting efficiency, while research in fish feed and nutrition is cutting reliance on fishmeal.

➤ Regional collaborations - The UAE, in partnership with GCC nations and international organizations, is investing $20 million by the end of 2025 to support desert farming innovations for food, water, and nutrition security.

➤ Sustainable practices - Consumer awareness and government regulation are driving the adoption of regenerative agriculture, creating new opportunities for businesses offering eco-friendly solutions.
Partnership Powering Shared Vision

This collaboration between CMI and Agra Middle East not only strengthens the platform for advancing agritech and food security in the region but also creates new opportunities for thought leadership, networking, and innovation. Simply put, it's a partnership that helps both CMI and AgraME shine brighter, and bringing global expertise and local insights together to tackle one of the world's most pressing challenges.

Event Details

Agra Middle East Exhibition 2025

Date: October 6-7, 2025

Venue: Halls 3 & 4, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE

Event Link: https://informaconnect.com/agra-middle-east

Speaker Page: Raj Shah - Agra Middle East 2025 Speaker

To learn more about CMI's role at Agra Middle East Exhibition 2025, visit: https://www.coherentmarketinsights.com

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