HM King Honours Agriculture
Top contributors to agricultural innovation were recognised during the fifth edition of the King Hamad Award for Agricultural Development, organised by the National Initiative for Agricultural Development.
Held in the presence of royal family members, senior officials, and agricultural experts from Bahrain and abroad, the event celebrated achievements across production, sustainability, research, and support services.
Among the attendees was H.E. Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Secretary General of the National Initiative for Agricultural Development, who highlighted the award's growing role in fostering innovation and environmental sustainability.
Firms and farmers awarded
H.E. Eng. Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, presented the awards.
Al-Ameen Gardens Company received the 'Best Agricultural Production Project' honour for its advanced crop production methods supporting food security.
Ghosn Al Bahrain Contracting Company won the 'Best Supporting Project for Agricultural Production' award for its water-saving smart irrigation systems.
Two individuals, Mirza Hassan and Ali Ashour, were jointly named 'Best Bahraini Farmer', recognised for adopting modern techniques and maintaining high productivity.
In the research category, Dr. Majid Al-Sayed Mohammed and Dr. Mohammed Naeem Sattar of King Faisal University in Saudi Arabia were honoured for their work on sustainable technologies and innovative environmental solutions.
Tribute and legacy
Veteran farmer Abdullnabi Taher was specially recognised for his consistent participation since the award's launch and the steady growth of his farm, earning him praise as a model of perseverance.
Members of the award's judging committee were also acknowledged for their role in ensuring rigorous evaluation and encouraging continuous improvement in the sector.
Following the ceremony, a scientific forum was held where winning researchers presented their studies to an audience of experts, academics, and practitioners. The session promoted knowledge-sharing and collaboration to strengthen sustainability in agriculture.
The event concluded with a call to further advance the Kingdom's agricultural capacity through innovation and longterm vision.
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