Abu Dhabi has launched a new initiative to identify, document, and classify date palm varieties as part of its efforts to preserve the UAE’s rich agricultural heritage and strengthen the future of sustainable farming.
The project aims to establish a comprehensive scientific registry for rare, traditional, and newly developed date palm varieties.
By creating an official classification system, authorities hope to support agricultural research, protect valuable genetic resources, and encourage innovation in the cultivation of one of the country’s most important crops.
Under the initiative, farmers and growers will be able to submit information about their date palm varieties through the Falak Al Namoos application. Each submission will undergo a detailed technical and scientific evaluation before being officially recognized and added to the national registry.
Officials said the project will play a key role in preserving the genetic diversity of date palms, safeguarding farmers’ innovations, and providing researchers with valuable data to support future studies.
They added that the initiative will further enhance the UAE’s position as a regional leader in agricultural research, food security, and sustainable farming practices.
The announcement was made during the Liwa Dates Festival, one of the UAE’s largest annual events celebrating date cultivation and the country’s long-standing agricultural traditions.
