Zallaq:Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, conducted an inspection visit to assess the final preparations for the Bahrain International Agricultural Show, known as Mara'ee 2026. The event, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, is scheduled to take place from November 11 to 15 at the Bahrain International Endurance Village in Zallaq.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Shaikh Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Municipalities Affairs, and Asim Abdullatif Abdulla, Undersecretary for Agriculture and Animal Wealth Affairs, were present during the visit. Minister Al Mubarak emphasized that Mara'ee 2026 reflects the ongoing support from His Majesty the King and directives from His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, towards bolstering Bahrain's agricultural and livestock sectors. This support aligns with national efforts to achieve sustainable food security and enhance agricultural and livestock production.
The preparations for the exhibition's pavilions, facilities, and services are reportedly nearing completion, with the organizing teams and relevant authorities working diligently to ensure a successful event. This year's edition of Mara'ee will feature expanded participation and a broader array of activities, reinforcing its status as a distinguished international exhibition that integrates agricultural, livestock, economic, heritage, and recreational elements.
The exhibition will showcase horse and camel shows, displays of various animals and birds, and agricultural exhibits featuring modern production technologies. Additionally, heritage, cultural, and artistic activities will be included, along with educational and recreational events that highlight Bahrain's cultural heritage.
A significant addition to this year's event is a conference on engineering and innovation for sustainable food security. Organized by the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture in collaboration with the Bahrain Society of Engineers, the conference will be held on November 11-12. It aims to gather engineers, experts, researchers, academics, and specialists from various countries to discuss innovative engineering solutions and technologies in agricultural and livestock production and explore practices that enhance the sustainability of food systems and resource efficiency.
Minister Al Mubarak stated that the conference, held alongside Mara'ee 2026, will enrich the exhibition's scientific and professional dimensions, offering a platform for knowledge exchange and exploring opportunities to apply innovation and modern technologies to agricultural and livestock production, supporting national efforts to enhance sustainable food security.