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June 29, 2025 The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Jordan, and Jordan’s Ministry of Agriculture have successfully concluded their joint project aimed at transforming agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. This important initiative has provided support to approximately 1,700 farmers and families, […]

June 25, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) was honored to participate in the technical workshop entitled “The Samh Plant Towards Sustainable Development”, held today in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. This workshop represents a critical initiative aimed at advancing local livelihoods and enhancing the resilience

Amman Jun 1, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA), in cooperation with the Jordan Society for Scientific Research, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity (JSSREC) successfully held a workshop titled “Scientific Research: Realities and Challenges” on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Amman. The workshop brought together leading academics and

May 22, 2025 As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen regional cooperation in sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience, Dr. Rida Shibli, Executive Secretary of AARINENA, held a productive meeting with H.E. Dr. Nasser Al-Khalifa, Chairman of the Cooperative Association for Moringa and Desert Plants in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, both parties

May 15, 2025 The Executive Committee of the Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) held its annual meeting on May 15, 2025, at the GAP Agricultural Research Institute in Şanlıurfa, Turkey. The event brought together key representatives from regional and international research institutions to discuss strategic priorities and

May 11, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) participated in the scientific seminar organized by Al-Firdous National Company for Agricultural Materials on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Amman. The seminar featured experts from Misr Hi Tech International Seeds Company and focused

May 8-10, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) was honored to participate in the National Conference on Higher Education, held under the patronage of H.E. Faisal Al-Fayez, President of the Jordanian Senate, from May 8–10, 2025, at the Dead Sea, Jordan. The conference, titled “A Roadmap

May 6, 2025 AARINENA is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OLITEC, a leading Jordanian company specializing in technological solutions for olive farming and processing. The MoU was signed between Dr. Rida Shibli, Executive Secretary of AARINENA, and Eng. Ahmad Al-Noubani, Executive Director of OLITEC, at AARINENA’s office located

May 4-5, 2025 AARINENA took part in the second Graduate Day and National Agricultural Exhibition held at the Faculty of Agriculture, Mutah University, under the theme: “Plant Production and Food Security in Dry Areas.” The event was held under the patronage of H.E. Prof. Salameh Al-Naimat, President of Mutah University. Representing AARINENA, H.E. Prof. Rida

Amman, Jordan – April 19, 2025 AARINENA participated in the national workshop titled “Electronic Agricultural Marketing: Reality and Ambition”, held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Jordan Chamber of Industry. AARINENA was represented by Dr. Rida Shibli, who chaired the first session of the workshop. The session featured a number of key speakers and