Abu dhabi: Khalifa University of Science and Technology and Maple Gulf AgriTech Poultry have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation aimed at advancing applied research in food production, circular resource utilisation, and advanced agricultural technologies. This initiative aligns with the UAE Food Security Strategy 2051.
According to Emirates News Agency, the MoU was signed by Professor Bayan Sharif, Provost of Khalifa University, and Ala Jaff, CEO and Founder of Maple Gulf AgriTech Poultry. The agreement creates a research-focused partnership to accelerate innovations in advanced agritech, resource-efficient poultry production, and local food manufacturing models.
Professor Bayan Sharif stated that the partnership with Maple Gulf is part of Khalifa University's commitment to supporting national strategic priorities through scientific research. The collaboration aims to enhance innovative AgriTech solutions for arid environments and strengthen the UAE's leadership in food security. By merging academic expertise with industry-driven agricultural technologies, the partnership seeks to develop sustainable, data-driven production models for a resilient food ecosystem.
Ala Jaff highlighted that the partnership represents a foundational step in building a scalable AgriTech platform aligned with the UAE Food Security Strategy 2051. The objective is to develop resilient, resource-efficient food production systems that can be validated and scaled through Industry 4.0-enabled automation, robotics, and data-driven operational technologies.
The collaboration combines Khalifa University's scientific leadership with Maple Gulf's commercial operating environment to enable applied research that enhances productivity, circular resource utilisation, and technology-enabled smart agricultural systems. This supports the development of food production models that enhance national resilience, promote local manufacturing, and meet the demand for high-quality, locally produced fresh poultry.