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Doha
Drawing more than 40,000 visitors over four days since Tuesday, two concurrent global exhibitions — one on agriculture and the other on environment — came to an end in Doha on Saturday. Both the events were organised by the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).
While the seventh Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriTeQ) highlighted innovations in agricultural techniques, the country’s first International Environmental Exhibition (EnviroTeQ) explored solutions to several pressing environmental problems. It also provided a dedicated platform for the local and international environmental technology providers to showcase their latest products and services.
The events saw the signing of several deals between the ministry and participating groups to increase Qatar’s self-sufficiency and food security. The twin events also saw wide participation of companies and local farms preparing to launch their products in Qatar.
Among the highlights of the AgriTeQ expo, which saw participation by more than 86 farms, was the “planting a million trees” project. It aligns with Qatar’s relentless efforts to support international action to tackle climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
The project is of great importance as it aims at optimising the use of treated water, enhancing biodiversity, improving air quality, increasing green cover and reducing emissions.
On the sidelines of the events, a host of agreements were signed, with several involving MME and prominent national and international entities. The event also saw the launch of Mahaseel “Crops” website and opening of registration for all Qatari farmers to obtain marketing and agricultural services.
Mohammed Ali al Khouri, chairman of the organising committee of the exhibition, said this year’s edition was the largest when compared with previous ones.
Doha
Drawing more than 40,000 visitors over four days since Tuesday, two concurrent global exhibitions — one on agriculture and the other on environment — came to an end in Doha on Saturday. Both the events were organised by the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).
While the seventh Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriTeQ) highlighted innovations in agricultural techniques, the country’s first International Environmental Exhibition (EnviroTeQ) explored solutions to several pressing environmental problems. It also provided a dedicated platform for the local and international environmental technology providers to showcase their latest products and services.
The events saw the signing of several deals between the ministry and participating groups to increase Qatar’s self-sufficiency and food security. The twin events also saw wide participation of companies and local farms preparing to launch their products in Qatar.
Among the highlights of the AgriTeQ expo, which saw participation by more than 86 farms, was the “planting a million trees” project. It aligns with Qatar’s relentless efforts to support international action to tackle climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
The project is of great importance as it aims at optimising the use of treated water, enhancing biodiversity, improving air quality, increasing green cover and reducing emissions.
On the sidelines of the events, a host of agreements were signed, with several involving MME and prominent national and international entities. The event also saw the launch of Mahaseel “Crops” website and opening of registration for all Qatari farmers to obtain marketing and agricultural services.
Mohammed Ali al Khouri, chairman of the organising committee of the exhibition, said this year’s edition was the largest when compared with previous ones.
