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The UAE Fuel Price Committee has officially announced the fuel prices for April 2025, setting diesel at AED 2.63 per liter and Super 98 petrol at AED 2.57 per liter. While these prices reflect the global market trends, they bring up important questions about their impact on consumers, businesses, and the overall economy. A Positive Development for Consumers? For everyday consumers, any decrease or stability in fuel prices is often welcomed. Lower fuel costs mean reduced transportation expenses, which can have a ripple effect on the cost of goods and services. Households that rely on personal vehicles may find some relief in their monthly budgets, particularly those who commute long distances for work or leisure. Implications for Businesses and the Economy On the business side, fuel price fluctuations directly impact operational costs. Logistics companies, taxi operators, and delivery services may benefit from stable or reduced prices, potentially leading to lower service fees for end c...

Tackling Arid Land and Increasing Food Self-Sufficiency in the UAE with Smart Farming

 

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Human civilisation has always depended heavily on agriculture. Yet, maintaining traditional farming practices has grown more difficult as a result of population growth and rising food demand. With its dry environment and scarcity of agricultural land, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a good illustration of this. 

Thankfully, technology is raising the bar for agriculture, and the UAE is leading this change. In order to combat the problem of arid land and a lack of arable land, smart systems now handle every aspect of farming, from irrigation to temperature regulation. It is remarkable to observe how these climate-controlled facilities use little to no soil but produce more food per square meter of land than any other conventional way, which is how this technology is boosting the nation's food self-sufficiency. 

The hydroponics method has been highlighted as one of the key farming techniques in the UAE by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCE). A technique called hydroponics uses mineral nutrient solutions dissolved in water to produce plants without needing soil. Because of the controlled atmosphere, the plants may develop at their best and produce more. 

There are several advantages of contemporary technology for farming and agriculture. As a result of using less water, fertilizer, and pesticides, it is an environmentally friendly alternative. Moreover, it permits year-round agricultural production, doing away with the need for seasonal farming. Also, it improves the produce's quality and safety because the regulated environment reduces the possibility of contamination. 

The UAE has made tremendous progress in implementing contemporary technology for farming and agriculture. It has made significant investments in R&D, producing ground-breaking innovations that have improved the food security of the nation. For instance, the nation built the largest vertical farm in the world, producing three tons of fresh greens every day, in Dubai. 

In conclusion, the UAE should be applauded for its efforts to modernize agriculture and farming. The introduction of hydroponics, smart systems, and other cutting-edge approaches has been essential in tackling the problem of arid land and a lack of arable land. This has increased the nation's ability to feed itself, and with ongoing investment in R&D, the nation can continue to set the standard for sustainable agriculture.

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