EO-AI for Agriculture Workshop
Workshop Overview
Develop a concrete pilot project proposal for implementing Earth Observation-based National Agricultural Monitoring (EO-NAM) system tailored to UAE's unique agricultural challenges and opportunities. Leverage satellite-based intelligence and AI to support UAE's national food security goals and sustainable agriculture in arid environments.
Workshop Objectives
Define Pilot Scope
Select specific agricultural focus area and geographic region for 18-24 month pilot implementation
Establish Partnerships
Formalize collaboration agreements
Create Implementation Plan
Develop detailed roadmap with timeline, resources, and success metrics
Generate Funding Proposal
Produce investment-ready scope of work for pilot project
2-Day Workshop Structure
Day 1: Framework & Strategic Planning
Focus: Understanding, scoping, and prioritizing
Morning Sessions
- Stakeholder ecosystem mapping
- EO-NAM framework presentation
- UAE agricultural context analysis
Afternoon Sessions
- Pilot scope definition workshop
- Data landscape assessment
- Technical feasibility analysis
Day 2: Implementation & Deliverables
Focus: Planning, partnership, and concrete outputs
Morning Sessions
- Implementation timeline development
- Partnership framework design
- Capacity building strategy
Afternoon Sessions
- Scope of work development
- Sustainability planning
- Final proposal framework
UAE Pilot Focus Options
Date Palm Health Monitoring
Al Ain and Liwa Oasis regions - water stress monitoring
Greenhouse Optimization
Dubai and Abu Dhabi clusters - Climate control validation, resource efficiency monitoring
National Food Security
All UAE agricultural regions - Production estimation, strategic planning, import/export decisions
Desert Reclamation
Experimental zones - Soil improvement tracking, crop suitability mapping
Expected Deliverables
Immediate Outputs (End of Workshop)
- Pilot Project Scope of Work (draft)
- Partnership Agreement Framework
- 18-Month Implementation Timeline
- Resource Commitment Matrix
- Technical Requirements Specification
Follow-up Deliverables (2-4 weeks)
- Final Investment Proposal
- Formal Partnership Agreements
- Launch Plan and governance structure
Investment & Expected Returns
Pilot Investment (18-24 months)
- Setup and implementation: $500K-$750K
- Annual operations: $300K
Expected Benefits
- Water efficiency: 25-30% reduction in irrigation usage
- Crop productivity: 15-20% yield improvements
- Early warning: Rapid pest and disease detection
- ROI: 3:1 return within 3 years
Join the Workshop
Transform UAE agriculture through satellite intelligence and AI - be part of designing the future of food security in arid environments.
Contact & Registration
Interested in participating in the EO-AI for Agriculture Workshop? Get in touch with our team.
Workshop Information
Join leading experts in Earth observation, AI, and agriculture to design UAE's agricultural monitoring future.
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Dr. Catherine Nakalembe
EOG/ PMO Team & UAE University