Al-jouf: The third edition of the Al-Jouf International Agricultural Forum concluded yesterday, drawing wide participation from more than 37 agricultural companies and projects from across the Kingdom and abroad, in addition to a distinguished group of international experts and investors. The forum aimed to promote agricultural sustainability and highlight major investment opportunities in Al-Jouf Region.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this year's forum witnessed the inauguration of an olive oil quality testing laboratory, marking a significant addition to the agricultural sector. The laboratory provides specialized services to farmers to enhance the economic value of Saudi products and strengthen consumer confidence through accredited testing reports. It also plays an important regulatory and research role in safeguarding food safety and advancing local production by employing the latest global technologies, including GC-MS and LC-MS/MS systems.
The forum's scientific sessions and accompanying exhibition showcased the latest international practices and advanced technologies, such as AI and the Internet of Things, aimed at conserving water resources and increasing agricultural productivity, in line with the Kingdom's food security strategy.
This year's edition focused on attracting high-quality investments and transforming environmental challenges into viable investment opportunities, thereby reinforcing Al-Jouf Region's position as one of the Middle East's most prominent agricultural hubs and contributing to the achievement of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals in the environment, water, and agriculture sectors.
The forum concluded with a set of recommendations to enhance the added value of agricultural products in the region, expand public-private partnerships to ensure the sustainability of natural resources, and develop Saudi talent through training in agricultural technology and research.