The event features a diverse programme of workshops, competitions, and interactive activities that combine education with entertainment. These activities focus on health, nutrition, and agriculture, aiming to raise awareness of the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles. The programme also includes activities highlighting the fascinating world of bees and their vital role in the environment, a workshop on preparing healthy school meals, as well as opportunities for visitors to take memorable photos and participate in interactive competitions.
H.E. Salem Abdullah Al Kaabi, Director of the Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock, said: Through organising the Back to School event, the Department seeks to strengthen its direct engagement with the community and reinforce its community presence through meaningful educational initiatives. These initiatives aim to raise awareness of the importance of healthy nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and environmental protection, while introducing community members to the fields of agriculture and livestock in an accessible and engaging way, highlighting their role in our daily lives.
Sharjah, 17 September 2026: The Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock has launched two new services through the Mazraaty platform, part of the Sharjah Digital ecosystem: registration for the Organic Farming Conversion Programme and registration for Organic Farm Support. The services enable farmers to complete registration procedures and access relevant programmes electronically through a unified, more convenient process.
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Sharjah, 21 October 2026: Under the generous initiative of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to distribute 25 tonnes of organic, non-genetically modified wheat seeds to farmers, the Sharjah Department of Agriculture and Livestock launched the fifth phase of the initiative at the administrative building of the Wheat Farm in Mleiha. The launch was attended by members of the Wheat Farmers Association, along with a number of farmers and homeowners. The initiative aims to benefit approximately 600 farmers.
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The Agriculture and Livestock Department was honored during the graduation ceremony of students from the Masarat Center for Development and Empowerment, affiliated with Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, held at Al Qasimia University. The recognition was presented in appreciation of the Department’s role as a key partner in supporting vocational training and professional development programs, as well as its contributions to initiatives aimed at empowering people with disabilities.
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The fifth edition of the Khor Fakkan Mango Festival kicked off at Expo Khor Fakkan , with a large number of visitors and families flocking to the three-day event.
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