Riyadh:Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley inaugurated the Saudi Agriculture Exhibition 2026 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. The event, held from October 19 to 22, is organized under the theme "An Integrated Agricultural System for a Sustainable Future."
According to Saudi Press Agency, the 43rd edition of the exhibition features a wide array of participants, including local and international government entities, private sector companies, decision-makers, investors, and industry professionals. The aim is to enhance the agricultural sector's contribution to food security, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.
Riyadh Exhibitions Company Chairman Prince Saud bin Turki bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz highlighted the exhibition's longstanding success as a premier platform for local and international expertise. It fosters partnerships and promotes innovation in agriculture and food production. This year's event emphasizes the latest solutions and technologies designed to boost productivity, improve resource-use efficiency, and support food security while addressing environmental and climate challenges.
Alfadley visited various pavilions featuring sectors such as agricultural and organic food, poultry, livestock, mills, animal feed, animal health, aquaculture, food processing and packaging, innovation, entrepreneurship, and veterinary services.
The exhibition also facilitated the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding among government and semi-government entities, private sector organizations, and international agricultural companies. These agreements aim to support the food and agriculture sector, stimulate economic growth, and encourage the adoption of modern agricultural technologies.
In conjunction with the exhibition, the Saudi International Conference on the Future of Agriculture is bringing together experts from Saudi Arabia and abroad. The conference addresses key issues related to agricultural technologies and food security, as well as emerging opportunities in the Kingdom's agricultural sector. It covers topics such as climate change, project financing, biotechnology, soil science, and water management.
For over 40 years, the Saudi Agriculture Exhibition has kept pace with advancements in agriculture, food production, and related technologies, serving industry professionals and stakeholders. This year's focus is on promoting innovative solutions to enhance agricultural development and fortify food security in line with Saudi Vision 2030.