Programme supports research-based agricultural innovations across the MENAT region

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 05 December 2024: Goumbook, a leading social enterprise accelerating sustainability and climate action across the MENAT region, in continued partnership with Saudi Awwal Bank, HSBC Bank Middle East, European Institute of Technology (EIT) Food and the Climate Champions Team, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the second edition of the MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme for the 2024/2025 cohort.

The MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme aims to empower and upskill researchers, students, and innovators with regenerative and entrepreneurial expertise to tackle critical challenges in food systems, biodiversity loss, climate change, and water management across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT).  The programme seeks to bridge the gap between academia, research and the business sector, by transforming research, science and nature- based solutions into accessible, scalable, and sustainable outcomes tailored to the needs of small to medium farm holders. This initiative will catalyze a regional regenerative agriculture movement, addressing the unique agricultural challenges posed by the region’s arid climate, saline soils, desert landscapes, and water scarcity.

Innovators, researchers, and students focusing on regenerative agriculture are encouraged to apply by January 6^th, 2025 on the programme website. Applicants will be able to present their ideas and receive support to develop their regenerative solutions addressing pressing issues such as food security, water management, and ecosystem restoration.