From climate-resilient farming to global agricultural trade, Al Dahra experts joined industry leaders to explore the trends and challenges shaping the future of food production
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 21 October 2026: Al Dahra Group, a global agribusiness focused on sustainable food and feed production, participated in the third edition of the AgriNext Conference in Dubai, contributing to industry discussions on sustainable farming, global trade and agricultural resilience, while receiving recognition for leadership excellence at the AgriNext Awards 2026.
Representing Al Dahra, Neil Simmonds, Interim Chief Farming Officer, joined the panel discussion, “Sustainable Farming Practices for a Climate-Resilient Future,” where he shared insights on regenerative agriculture, soil health, water stewardship, and the role of technology and data-driven decision-making in enhancing productivity while supporting long-term sustainability.
In a second panel discussion, “Global Trade and Policy Challenges in the Agricultural Sector,” Filipe Ribeiro, Senior Global Audit and Governance Executive, highlighted the impact of evolving regulations, international trade dynamics and cross-border collaboration on agricultural markets and food system resilience.
Al Dahra’s participation was further recognised at the AgriNext Awards 2026. Filipe Ribeiro received the Governance, Risk & Audit Leadership Award in recognition of his contributions to strengthening governance, accountability and risk management practices, while Angel L. Muñoz, Global Head of Logistics, was honoured in the Excellence in Agriculture Industry (Individuals) category for his leadership in advancing operational excellence across Al Dahra’s global logistics network.
Through its participation at AgriNext, Al Dahra reaffirmed its commitment to fostering innovation, sustainable practices and collaboration across the agricultural value chain, supporting its mission of Sustainably Feeding a Growing World.