Oman Manufacturing Sector Contribution to GDP Reaches $9.6 Billion
Oman’s manufacturing sector contributed about RO3.7 billion to GDP in 2025, as the country targets stronger industrial growth and non-oil exports under Industrial
Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Bahrain Targets Agile Investment Strategy as Gulf Competition Intensifies
Bahrain is positioning itself as a nimble Gulf investment hub, focusing on financial services, technology, manufacturing and regulatory innovation rather than competing through
Hydroponics
Dynamic Farming Strategies Aim to Cut Costs in Vertical Farms and Greenhouses
Researchers say controlled environment agriculture is moving away from fixed settings toward data-driven systems that adjust lighting, pruning, root-zone management and sensors around
Hydroponics
Researchers Examine Food Safety Risks in Hydroponic Lettuce Production
University of Arkansas scientists presented new research on pathogen and virus risks in hydroponic lettuce as food safety concerns intensify around fresh produce.
Hydroponics
Hydroponics and Traditional Farming Seen as Key to Qatar Desert Food Security
A Qatar-based AgTech founder says integrated farming models can help overcome water scarcity, poor soil and supply chain risks in arid climates.
Hydroponics
Saudi Hydroponic Farms Expand as War Disrupts Food Imports
Saudi Arabia is accelerating hydroponic farming to reduce reliance on imported produce as regional conflict disrupts shipping routes and exposes food-security risks.
Events
Made in GCC 2026 Forum Opens Registration for Bahrain Event
Online registration is now open for Made in GCC 2026, a major Bahrain-hosted forum and exhibition focused on strengthening Gulf industrial competitiveness.
Aquaculture
Controlled Environment Agriculture Market Forecast to Hit $143 Billion by 2031
The controlled environment agriculture market is projected to expand rapidly as growers invest in vertical farms, smart greenhouses, automation and resource-efficient food production
Fisheries
Bahrain Announces Two-Month Ban on Net Fishing for Kingfish
Bahrain will prohibit catching kingfish with nets from August 15 to October 15, 2026, allowing only line fishing during the seasonal restriction.
Sustainability
Climate Change Puts Gulf States’ Water, Coasts and Oil Economies at Risk
Gulf states face mounting climate risks to coastlines, water security and energy-dependent economies, even as renewable energy and carbon-market initiatives expand.