120 Companies From 29 Countries Participate In Agriteq 2025

(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Ministry of Municipality concluded the 12th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition, "AgriteQ 2025", Saturday evening at Katara – the Cultural Village.
The event witnessed the participation of more than 29 countries, with 120 international and local exhibiting companies.
The exhibition also featured a scientific conference that included numerous workshops on agricultural issues and food security.
Over five days, the exhibition attracted a large audience, with approximately 97,000 visitors.
It hosted 356 entities and exhibitors, 114 local farms, 1,069 school students, 22 embassies, 50 speakers, and 46 diverse discussion panels.
The fifth and final day of the conference accompanying AgriteQ 2025 featured sessions on "The Biotechnology Forum".
The discussions focused on the role of agricultural genomics in modern agriculture, the fundamental genotype of agricultural genomics, the preservation of plant biodiversity, the impact of medicinal plants on the growth of the red palm weevil, and the study of local microbial materials in pest control.
MediTech International production manager Dr Noaaman Ahmed led a workshop on the impact of agricultural genomics in modern farming.
He explained how genetic advancements have contributed to improving crop yields, enhancing disease resistance, and achieving sustainability.
Dr Ahmed highlighted how genome sequencing technologies enable farmers to optimise crops and increase productivity.
Gulf International specialist Nadia Lawrence presented a workshop on the use of exome arrays for genetic profiling in analysing genetic variations.
She emphasised their role in enhancing selective breeding programmes and improving agricultural crops to be more resilient and of higher quality.
Iman al-Mabrouk, a biotechnology specialist at the Ministry of Municipality's Agricultural Research Department, discussed the role of genetic sequencing techniques in detecting DNA methylation in palm tissue cultivation.
She highlighted how these modifications enhance palm productivity and quality in the region.
Sedeer Medical field applications specialist Dr Azfar Qureshi conducted a workshop on the quantitative digital polymerase chain reaction (dPCR) technique.
He explained its role in improving the accuracy of genetic analysis for plant diseases and enabling early detection, thus preventing agricultural losses.
Reem Ahmed al-Haidousi, a senior biology specialist at the Ministry of Municipality's Biotechnology Centre, discussed the effect of neem (Azadirachta indica) in combating the red palm weevil.
She confirmed its effectiveness as a natural pesticide that reduces the use of chemical pesticides and protects the environment.
Dr Mona Ali al-Belushi, a biotechnology expert at the Ministry of Municipality, presented her research findings on phytoplasma infection in alfalfa.
She emphasised the importance of early detection of this disease to minimise crop losses.
Dr Samir al-Joua, from Qatar University's Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, spoke about the use of local microbial resources in agricultural pest control.
He explained how these biological solutions can reduce reliance on chemical pesticides and maintain ecological balance in agriculture.
Central Municipal Council vice-chairman Mubarak bin Freish al-Salem praised the success of the 12th edition of the Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition, saying that the exhibition served as a platform to showcase the latest irrigation and smart farming technologies, supporting Qatar's food security.
He pointed out the exhibition's importance in exchanging expertise and agricultural innovation, which contributes to sector development and enhances the national economy, and highlighted its role in achieving agricultural sustainability and self-sufficiency in the country.
Baladna Farm participated in the exhibition with a distinctive pavilion, showcasing its latest innovations in dairy production, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
The Baladna pavilion attracted visitors with its creative design, offering an interactive experience where attendees learned about the milk production process – from cow care to final products.
Al-Rayyan Agricultural Company also participated in the AgriteQ 2025, showcasing its latest technologies and best agricultural products.
The company stood out for its high-quality vegetable and fruit production using the most advanced sustainable farming techniques.
Al-Rayyan plays a key role in enhancing national food security by expanding local production, aiming to reduce dependence on imports.

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