Artificial Intelligence Office Partners With ADAFSA To Boost Food Security Through Innovation

The Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office has formed a strategic alliance with the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA). This collaboration aims to enhance food security through artificial intelligence. It also focuses on creating digital solutions that foster technological innovation and build AI-related skills.

Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, and Dr. Tariq Al Ameri, Acting Director-General of ADAFSA, signed the agreement. This partnership seeks to stimulate technological creativity via workshops, competitions, and hackathons. These activities are designed to develop solutions that align with institutional needs.

Al Olama stated that this partnership is part of the UAE’s continuous efforts to establish itself as a global leader in AI technology development and application. Such collaborations are crucial for accelerating innovation and devising sustainable solutions for future challenges. The initiative underscores the UAE's commitment to digital transformation by placing humans at the centre of its technological framework.

Dr. Al Ameri highlighted the Authority’s dedication to using advanced technologies to support national policies. He emphasised integrating innovation within the food sector as a priority. Collaboration plays a vital role in adopting AI to improve sustainable farming practices and elevate food safety standards.

This partnership represents a significant step toward achieving food security while fostering innovation in the UAE’s agricultural sector. Dr. Al Ameri commended the efforts of the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy Office in launching initiatives that promote AI adoption across various sectors, especially agriculture.

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority recently received ISO 42001:2023 certification for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems. This achievement marks a global first in agriculture and food security sectors and a government first in the UAE. It reinforces the nation’s leadership regionally and globally while enhancing its expertise in developing best practices.

Supporting AI-driven projects that benefit communities enhances sector efficiency, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a model for ethical technology use. The collaboration aims to advance digital skills among working teams while fostering an innovative culture within organisations.

With inputs from WAM