"It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Engineering & Innovation for Sustainable Food Security Conference 2026. The Development of Animal and Agricultural Production Systems 2026, taking place from 11–12 November 2026 at the Gulf International Convention Centre, Gulf Hotel, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Held in parallel with the Bahrain Animal and Agriculture Production Show (Mara’ee 2026), this conference has been designed to complement the exhibition by providing a dedicated platform for the exchange of technical knowledge, research findings, engineering innovations, and industry best practices. Together, the conference and exhibition create a unique opportunity to bridge technology, science, business, and practical implementation within the animal and agricultural production sectors.
The conference will bring together engineers, researchers, industry experts, policymakers, investors, and practitioners to explore the latest developments shaping the future of food security and sustainable production systems. Through a diverse technical program, participants will examine advances in smart farming, agricultural infrastructure, water and energy solutions, production technologies, sustainability engineering, animal production, and emerging innovations that are transforming the agri-food sector.
As the Gulf region continues to strengthen its commitment to food security, resource efficiency, and sustainable development, collaboration between academia, industry, government, and investors has never been more important. This conference provides an ideal forum to foster such collaboration, encourage innovation, and support the adoption of technologies that will enhance the resilience and productivity of our food and animal production.
On behalf of the Steering Committee, I extend my sincere appreciation to our potential speakers, sponsors, partners, exhibitors, and participants for their valuable contributions. We look forward to welcoming you to Bahrain and to an engaging event that combines the practical showcase of the Mara’ee 2026 with the technical excellence of this conference."