Abu Dhabi is getting ready to serve up a unique mix of innovation, tradition, and sustainability at the second edition of Global Food Week, taking place from October 21–23 at ADNEC.

The event promises to bring together farmers, food innovators, scientists, chefs, and global industry leaders, all focused on shaping how we’ll grow, eat, and share food in the future.

For UAE residents, this isn’t just another business summit. It’s a chance to explore food tech, meet innovators, attend talks, and enjoy cultural and culinary showcases as well as exciting investment opportunities that could shape what lands on your plate in the years ahead.

A Global Food Festival with a Purpose

Abu Dhabi is using Global Food Week as a platform to tackle big questions:

• How do we feed a growing global population sustainably?
• How can we use technology to produce food with less impact on the planet?
• What role can the UAE play in shaping the future of agriculture and food security?

“Global Food Week reflects Abu Dhabi’s commitment to building sustainable food systems and improving global food security,” said Dr Tariq Ahmed Al Ameri, Acting Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA).

He stressed the importance of collaboration between the private sector, innovators, and governments to make food supply chains more resilient and ensure access to healthy, affordable food for all.

What’s in Store for Visitors

Last year’s inaugural event attracted 34,000 visitors, hosted 1,900 brands, and generated Dh6.2 billion in business deals. This year, the stakes are even higher, and so is the excitement.

Here’s what residents and visitors can look forward to:

• AgriTech Forum: See how robots, drones, and AI are transforming farming.
• Food Innovation & Protein Alternatives: Discover future foods such as lab-grown meat, plant-based proteins, and other sustainable alternatives.
• Agricultural Investment Forum: Learn how innovation and funding are driving a new era of sustainable farming.
• Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition (ADDPE): A celebration of the UAE’s beloved fruit, from heritage to cutting-edge cultivation and trade.
• Culinary Experiences: Enjoy live demonstrations from top chefs using locally sourced ingredients and innovative food technologies.

Spotlight on Emirati Dates

The humble date takes centre stage again this year at the Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition, which has grown into an international marketplace for the iconic fruit.

According to Dr. Abdelouahhab Alboukhari Zaid, Secretary-General of the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation, the exhibition connects local farmers with global buyers, supports new products and packaging, and helps Emirati dates reach more tables around the world.

More Than an Exhibition

For Abu Dhabi, Global Food Week is about bringing the world together to build a more secure food future.

The event also shines a light on Abu Dhabi’s role as a leader in agricultural technology and food innovation, turning the emirate into a global hub where ideas and investments meet.

Event Highlights

• Where: ADNEC, Abu Dhabi
• When: October 21–23, 2025

Why You Should Visit

Global Food Week is more than a business gathering; it’s an experience for food lovers and anyone curious about the future of farming and food.

Whether you’re interested in sustainable diets, the latest in agri-tech, or simply love to taste and discover new things, this event offers something for everyone while underscoring Abu Dhabi’s role in shaping a smarter, more resilient global food system.