UAE urges food sector to engage in water dialogue

The article discusses the role of water in food production and the future of food security, emphasizing that over 95% of food depends on freshwater, while agriculture consumes approximately 70% of the world's freshwater resources. With the global population projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, there is a pressing need to enhance water use efficiency through more efficient irrigation technologies, smart farming practices, drought-resistant crops, as well as water reuse and improved monitoring systems. The article also highlights the importance of diversifying protein sources and reducing resource consumption in food production to promote the sustainability of food systems. The UAE calls for expanding collaborative solutions, developing partnerships between the water and food sectors, and leveraging technology and investment to increase food production with less water.

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