Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation, affiliated with the Erth Zayed Philanthropies, is participating in the 34th session of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), taking place from 26th April to 5th May 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

The Award’s General Secretariat will be present at a dedicated pavilion showcasing its latest scientific publications in both Arabic and English, focusing on date palm cultivation, production, and agricultural innovation.

The participation also highlights the Award’s ongoing efforts to advance the date palm sector and promote agricultural innovation at the national, regional, and international levels.

This participation reaffirms the Award’s commitment to disseminating specialised knowledge and sharing the results of successful research and practical experiences that benefit the agricultural sector in the UAE and the world, where it aligns with the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership in promoting a culture of innovation and sustainability.

The Award’s General Secretariat has announced the launch of seven new books as part of its annual publications during the Award’s Winners Honouring ceremony, in its 17th session, 2025.

These publications will be introduced to the public at the exhibition, and which includes specialised studies in various fields such as: 1. “Date Palm Cultivation” book (Arabic edition), published in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). 2. “Date Palm Cultivation” book (English edition), published in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). 3. The “Glossary of biotechnology for food and agriculture” book, published in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). 4. The “Date Palm Cultivation in Mexico” book in Spanish language, in collaboration with the Sonora State University, and Dr. Ricardo Salomon Torres. 5. The “Food Industries from Dates” book in Arabic language, in collaboration with Prof. Hassan Khaled Al Oqaidi. 6. The “Organic Agriculture” book in English language, in collaboration with Prof. Magdy Mohamed Qenawy. 7. The “Mejhoul Variety: The Jewel of Dates” book in Indonesian language, in collaboration with the Indonesian Kalimantan Date Palm Association, where the “Mejhoul Variety” book is now globally available in five languages: (Arabic, English, French, Spanish, and Indonesian).

These publications are backed by solid scientific credibility, as they were prepared with the participation of a distinguished group of researchers, academics, and international experts, within a comprehensive vision aimed at documenting the best practices and encouraging farmers and agricultural institutions to adopt sustainable solutions.

Dr. Abdelouahhab Alboukhari Zaid, Award’s Secretary-General, confirmed in a statement on this occasion that the Award's General Secretariat’s participation in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair represents an important opportunity to connect with the specialists in the agricultural field. It aims to highlight the intellectual role the Award plays in supporting the date palm tree, not only through the awards and festivals but also through publications, and scientific documentation that enhances its institutional impact and enriches both the Arab and global libraries.

Dr. Zaid urged visitors to the fair to visit the Award's booth to explore the new publications, emphasising that the Award is committed to reinforcing its developmental, environmental, and humanitarian message through the platform of books as a tool for positive influence and change.