AARINENA

[FAO in Near East and North Africa @FAOinNENA_EN]

📢 Happening now!
FAO brings together colleagues from across NENA region to discuss practical approaches to advancing disability inclusion in agrifood systems & strengthening inclusive programming.

[AARINENA @aarinena]

🌍 Join the AARINENA & TAGEM Online Technical Seminar on:

Irradiation Applications in Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) for the Mediterranean fruit fly (Ceratitis capitata).

📅 14 July 2026 | 🕙 10:00–12:30 (UTC+3)
💻 Zoom: https://t.co/NqwQWGDE3j

[AARINENA @aarinena]

🌿AARINENA Biannual Newsletter is out now!

Highlighting key achievements, partnerships, and regional impact in agricultural research and innovation across the Near East and North Africa.

📖 Read it here: https://t.co/c3qnno7qlm

[AARINENA @aarinena]

We are proud that Dr. Haddad has been—and continues to be—a valued supporter of AARINENA’s mission. We wish him every success in leading ICARDA toward advancing sustainable agriculture and resilience in dry areas.

#AARINENA #ICARDA

[AARINENA @aarinena]

🌿Congratulations to Dr. Nizar Haddad on his appointment as Director General of ICARDA!

AARINENA proudly congratulates Dr. Nizar Haddad, former Director General of Jordan’s National Agricultural Research Center and FAO Programme Director in SA, on this well-deserved appointment.

[AARINENA @aarinena]

This recognition reflects his outstanding leadership, scientific excellence, and remarkable contributions to agricultural research and food security across the region and beyond.

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Invitation to Next Week’s AARINENA Webinars:

🌿Future of Wild Plants and Seeds under Environmental and Climate Changes
https://t.co/0lfuvQWlUn

🔬Nanotechnology: Linking Scientific Research with Applications for Sustainable Development in the Arab Region https://t.co/0ZsLllKsei

[FAO Innovation @FAOInnovation]

From the taste of her childhood to a source of independence, dates are at the centre of Kaouther’s life.

Through @FAO's Agri-Accelerator programme, funded by the Netherlands, Germany & others, she is turning this local resource into income.

🔗 https://t.co/YlceUn1fKY

#IYWF2026

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Invitation to Next Week’s AARINENA Webinars:

🌿Future of Wild Plants and Seeds under Environmental and Climate Changes
https://t.co/0lfuvQWlUn

🔬Nanotechnology: Linking Scientific Research with Applications for Sustainable Development in the Arab Region https://t.co/0ZsLllKsei

[AARINENA @aarinena]

AARINENA is now a Strategic Partner of GSM-FACC 2026 and will join the Governance, Policy & Institutional Affairs Sub-Committee to advance cooperation on agriculture, food security, and sustainable development across the Global South.

More info: https://t.co/4BjXpQWYR2

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Join us for the second webinar in our 2026 webinar series celebrating the International Year of Women Farmers.

🌾 Women Farmers Leading Climate-Resilient Farming

Date and Time: 23 June, 2026 | 11:00 AM (Jordan Time)
🔗 Register here:
https://t.co/TiSf5K53n4

#WomenFarmers

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Join us for the second webinar in our 2026 webinar series celebrating the International Year of Women Farmers.

🌾 Women Farmers Leading Climate-Resilient Farming

Date and Time: 23 June, 2026 | 11:00 AM (Jordan Time)
🔗 Register here:
https://t.co/TiSf5K53n4

#WomenFarmers

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Signing of Cooperation Agreement Between AARINENA and CACAARI

A cooperation agreement was officially signed between AARINENA and the Central Asia and the Caucasus Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (CACAARI) during the Executive Committee Meeting held in İzmir, Türkiye.

The agreement was signed by Dr. Mustafa Altuğ ATALAY, President of AARINENA, and Dr. Botir Dosov, Executive Director of CACAARI, in the presence of Executive Committee members and partner organizations.

The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in agricultural research, training, capacity building, and scientific exchange between the two organizations. It also promotes joint initiatives, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities, as well as coordinated efforts to address regional challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, and food security.

Both parties emphasized the importance of inter-regional collaboration to enhance agricultural innovation and support sustainable development.

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AARINENA Executive Committee Meeting Held in İzmir, Türkiye

The Executive Committee of the AARINENA convened its meeting in İzmir, Türkiye, on 14–15 May 2026, under the presidency of Dr. Mustafa Altuğ ATALAY, President of AARINENA and Director General of the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies (TAGEM).
The meeting brought together Executive Committee members and regional and international partners to review progress, discuss strategic priorities, and strengthen cooperation in agricultural research and innovation across regions.
The meeting was generously hosted by TAGEM, whose excellent organization and warm hospitality were highly appreciated by all participants.
The agenda included presentations from key regional and international organizations, including Central Asia and the Caucasus Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (CACAARI), Arab Forum for Rural Advisory Services (AFRAS), Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), and the Asia-Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI), highlighting opportunities for enhanced collaboration, knowledge exchange, and joint action on shared agricultural challenges.
During the Executive Committee deliberations, participants reviewed AARINENA’s ongoing programs, thematic networks, and strategic partnerships, and explored ways to further strengthen regional agricultural research cooperation to address food security, climate change, and sustainable agricultural development.

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Dear Colleagues and Partners,

On behalf of the organizers, we are pleased to share with you an invitation to participate in the 13th International Conference on Agriculture (AGRICO 2026), which will be held on 17–18 September 2026 in Bali, Indonesia, under the theme:

“Powering the Future of Sustainability for More Prosperous Farming.”

AGRICO 2026 will be organized as a hybrid event, allowing both in-person and virtual participation. The conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the world to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and advance sustainable agriculture.

Important Dates:
Abstract Submission Deadline: 23 April 2026
Conference Dates: 17–18 September 2026

Special Discounts:
30% discount for academic networks using promo code: P001
25% discount for other networks using promo code: AGRICO26

Abstract Submission:
https://t.co/KXnTCVT4UX

More Information & Registration:
https://t.co/X73cRS17m7

We encourage you to share this opportunity within your respective networks and consider participating in this important global event.

We look forward to your active engagement and valuable contributions.

[FAO e-Agriculture @FAOeagriculture]

How can digital tools transform farming? 🚜💻

Join the #AFRAS webinar TOMORROW to explore scaling digital advisory services across the region.

📅 8 April | 10:00 AM Cairo

🔗 Details & Registration: https://t.co/TuxtV60n9S

#AgInnovation

[AARINENA @aarinena]

Join us for an insightful regional webinar organized under the Arab Forum for Rural Advisory Services (AFRAS):

“Scaling Digital Rural Advisory Services in the Near East and North Africa: Opportunities, Innovations, and Practical Recommendations.”

📅 8 April 2026
🕙 10:00 AM Cairo Time (11:00 AM Jordan Time)

AARINENA will contribute under Session 1: Policy & Institutional Perspective, highlighting the role of research institutions in advancing digital RAS.

🔗 Register here: https://t.co/zCSjgDLtns