Agriculture minister launches farmer training drive to improve agricultural practices

Riyadh — On the opening day of the Saudi Agriculture 2026 Exhibition, the Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Abdulrahman Alfadley, unveiled an initiative for farmer training packages. This initiative, a collaboration between Estidamah, Saudi Reef Academy, and other partners, aims to translate scientific research into practical training programs.

These programs focus on boosting agricultural practices, enhancing water and resource efficiency, and promoting the use of modern farming technologies. The initiative aligns with Estidamah’s mission to bring agricultural knowledge to the field. Through this partnership, Estidamah will translate research findings and scientific expertise into practical training content.

Saudi Reef Academy will then convert this content into training packages and deliver them through programs in specific regions. The goal of this initiative is to improve farming practices, boost production efficiency, and encourage sustainable natural resource use. In addition to this, Estidamah has signed various cooperation agreements and a memorandum of understanding to further its research and technical cooperation.

These agreements cover areas such as agricultural research, technology development, geospatial data use, and agricultural training extension services. By participating in Saudi Agriculture 2026, Estidamah aims to strengthen the link between scientific research and practical application, promote the adoption of modern agricultural technologies, and advance Saudi Arabia’s sustainable agricultural development objectives.