The Agri Carbon Days, an event focussed on carbon emissions reduction in the agro-industrial sector and carbon sequestration through agriculture, was held from 24-25 May in Rabat
More than 200 participants, including 32 renowned international speakers, honoured this event with their presence and shared their expertise and experiences in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the agriculture industry. Furthermore, five innovative startups of the Farming Innovation Programme – Carbon Farming Edition brilliantly showcased their novel solutions for reducing the carbon footprint. In addition to this, 20 participants from the first cohort of the executive certificate on decarbonising the agro-industry and carbon sequestration through agriculture were also present, testifying to the growing commitment towards sustainable and climate-friendly agricultural practices.
During the prestigious international symposium on Agribusiness Decarbonisation and Carbon Sequestration through Agriculture, participants had the privilege of exchanging ideas on the challenges and opportunities inherent in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the agriculture industry. Renowned researchers presented their latest advancements in emerging technologies aimed at promoting low-carbon food production and facilitating carbon sequestration in agricultural soils. Additionally, distinguished speakers addressed crucial policies and strategies to support the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, thereby contributing to the ambitious goal of carbon neutrality.
The Agri Carbon Days also provided an opportunity to showcase inspiring testimonials from pioneering agro-industrial companies on the path of decarbonisation, thereby illuminating the way towards a more climate-resilient agro-industry. Additionally, the presentation of the Farming Innovation Edition Carbon Farming programme generated remarkable enthusiasm, highlighting startups and innovative initiatives that actively contribute to the decarbonisation of the agro-industry and carbon sequestration through cutting-edge agricultural practices.
Moreover, as the organiser of this event, the AgriTech Centre of Excellence is a prominent entity of UM6P, that has great ambitions for the African agriculture sector. It is actively committed to promoting precision agriculture tailored to the African continent, capitalising on cutting-edge technologies.
The Agri Carbon Days marked a major milestone in mobilising stakeholders within the Moroccan agro-industrial ecosystem, bringing them together around a common cause: the transition towards a more sustainable agriculture, firmly committed to combating climate change. The promising outcomes derived from these in-depth exchanges foreshadow a greener future for Morocco's agro-industrial sector, combining economic efficiency, environmental preservation, and social responsibility.
