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CROP CULTIVATION

change, especially rising temperatures in It exemplifies the company’s dedication to positive change in the agriculture sector.”
combination with high levels of humidity, addressing the critical challenges of our Mr. Sami Joost, Global Communications
also known as wet-bulb temperatures. time by promoting sustainable agriculture Director International Relations & License
and food production, ensuring that no one to Operate – Crop Science and Open In-
goes hungry while safeguarding the health novation Lead – United Arab Emirates at
and well-being of all. Bayer, underlined: “At Bayer, we have lead-
Mr. Salmeen Al Ameri, CEO at Silal, ex- ing research and development capabilities
pressed enthusiasm about the partnership, in plant breeding, biotechnology, chemistry,
saying, “This collaboration between Silal and data science, allowing us to deliver
and Bayer holds immense promise for the tailored solutions to farmers faster than
future of agriculture in the UAE. By lever- ever before. Collaboration with external
As the world gathers for COP28 (the aging Bayer’s global expertise and our local partners and complementing our in-house
UNFCCC’s 28th Conference of the Parties), knowledge, we aim to develop innovative expertise with the know-how of excellent
where discussions on climate change are solutions that will bolster the sustainability partners such as Silal is an integral part of
taking center stage, this partnership under- of our agricultural practices, against the driving innovation impact at Bayer.”
scores the urgency of advancing agriculture climate change challenges.”
to address climate change. Agriculture is Mr. Hugo Hagen, Senior Bayer Repre-
both a source of greenhouse gas emissions sentative – Middle East at Bayer, echoed
and a critical tool for sequestering carbon this sentiment, stating, “We are excited to
and reducing emissions, making it a central embark on this journey with Silal, a partner
focus in the global climate agenda. that shares our vision for a world where
Bayer, a global enterprise with a hunger is eradicated, and health prevails.
long-standing commitment to improving Together, we will harness the power of
healthcare and nutrition worldwide, views innovation to support transforming agri-
this partnership as an essential building culture in the UAE and contribute to the This collaboration between Silal and
block for expanding its Open Innovation country’s National Food Security Strategy Bayer represents a formidable alliance
ecosystem. By collaborating closely with 2051, all while addressing the urgent global dedicated to forging new frontiers in ag-
key stakeholders, Bayer seeks to amplify challenge of climate change.” riculture, sustainability, and innovation.
global food security e!orts and foster in- Dr. Shamal Mohammed, Head of Ag- As the partnership gains momentum, it is
novation within the agricultural sector, all riTech at Silal added: “This collaboration aimed to help inform and shape the future
while championing sustainable practices reflects our commitment to strengthening of agriculture in the United Arab Emirates
that combat climate change. the UAE’s AgriTech innovation landscape. and other regions facing climate challenges
Furthermore, this collaboration with Silal Our partnership with Bayer will significantly in a meaningful way in support to create a
is firmly aligned with Bayer’s overarching contribute to our Innovation Oasis, and safe and sustainable ecosystem for gen-
mission of “Health for All, Hunger for None.” together, we are well-positioned to drive erations to come.

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