通讯丨助力阿联酋民众吃上品种丰富的瓜果蔬菜——走访中阿共建的农业基地

Core Insights - The collaboration between China's Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group and UAE's Silal aims to enhance local agricultural production through advanced technologies [1][2][3] - The agricultural base in Al Ain, UAE, currently operates on 5 hectares, producing various crops including tomatoes and cherry tomatoes, with a daily supply capacity of 2,000 kg for tomatoes and cherry tomatoes, and 3,000 kg for bell peppers [1][2] - A strategic cooperation agreement was signed in May, involving an investment of 120 million dirhams (approximately 33 million USD) to establish a 10-hectare smart agricultural technology center [3] Company and Industry Developments - The agricultural base utilizes advanced techniques such as soil cultivation, hydroponics, temperature control, and water-saving irrigation, forming a systematic management model [2] - The introduction of a water treatment system that uses desalinated groundwater for irrigation and cooling, along with a solar power generation and storage system, showcases innovative approaches to local agricultural challenges [2] - The smart agricultural technology center is expected to integrate AI and robotics to enhance production efficiency and promote sustainable agriculture, with plans to introduce nearly 100 domestic agricultural products to the UAE market in the coming years [3]