The head of the Khalidiya Station for Biosaline Agriculture Research Department and its research staff received expert Dr. Muhammad Ayyad from the National Center for Sustainable Agriculture Research and Development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on a scientific visit aimed at reviewing the latest research and applied experiments carried out by the station in the fields of saline agriculture, smart agriculture, and developing crops tolerant to harsh environmental conditions.
The visit came under the direct guidance and follow-up of the Director General of the National Center for Agricultural Research, Dr. Ibrahim Al-Rawashdeh, who attaches great importance to strengthening cooperation frameworks and exchanging experiences with Arab and international research institutions, and learning about modern agricultural technologies and practices that contribute to developing the agricultural sector and achieving sustainability.
During the tour, Dr. Ayyad was briefed on a group of experiments carried out at the station related to strategic grain crops, and a number of research efforts made to develop agricultural production systems capable of adapting to climate changes.
The visit also reviewed ways to improve water use efficiency in environments affected by salinity, in addition to smart agriculture applications and innovative solutions that support food security.
This step comes within the framework of strengthening scientific partnerships and exchanging research knowledge, in a way that serves the goals of sustainable agricultural development and supports efforts to confront climate and environmental challenges in the region.
