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August 11, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jerash University to strengthen collaboration in agricultural research, education, and innovation. The agreement was signed by Prof. Mohammad Al-Khalaileh, President of Jerash University, and Prof. Rida Shibli, Executive Secretary of […]

July 2025 AARINENA, in partnership with Jordan’s National Agricultural Research Center (NARC), organized a specialized workshop focused on sustainable plant protection strategies. The event brought together international and local experts to discuss biocontrol innovations and alternatives to chemical pesticides. Among the featured speakers was Professor Sabah A. Jassim, an internationally recognized expert in phage biocontrol

July 2025 AARINENA participated in the 9th Annual Academic Conference of the Jordanians North American Alumni Organization (JANA), held this year under the theme: “Smart Agriculture and Water Technologies – Smart Solutions for the Future of Agriculture and Water in Jordan.” The event took place at Ajloun National University, in northern Jordan. AARINENA was represented

July 2025 We are delighted to announce that Jerash University from Jordan 🇯🇴 has officially joined the Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) as an Associate Member, effective this month. Established in 1993, Jerash University is a prominent academic institution located in northern Jordan. Its Faculty of Agriculture

July 1, 2025 The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa (AARINENA) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today with the Entrepreneurship & Agri-Innovation Association, a non-profit organization based in Amman, Jordan, led by President Dr. Imad Ayasreh. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen

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