Abu Dhabi University Launches Revolutionary AirFarm: A Portable Agricultural Marvel
Inflatable Farming Tech Revolutionizes Sustainable Agriculture

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has unveiled its groundbreaking on-campus AirFarm, a movable and inflatable farm, heralding a new era of sustainable agricultural innovation in the emirate. This pioneering project leverages cutting-edge technologies like IoT and AI alongside more than 15 advanced solutions, culminating in a self-contained ecosystem for agriculture and food security.
! Revolutionizing Farming Practices
The AirFarm integrates state-of-the-art smart farming techniques, resulting in up to a 30% increase in crop yields and an 80% reduction in labor costs. Moreover, it significantly diminishes resource consumption, including water and fertilizer.
! Witnessing the Future of Agriculture
During the inauguration, esteemed officials from the university and its partners explored the AirFarm, witnessing the inaugural harvest and savoring the fresh produce cultivated within the inflatable farm.
! A Tripartite Collaboration
This visionary venture is the fruit of ADU’s collaboration with Midbar, a South Korean agri-tech enterprise, and RBK Company, the holding entity of Rashed Bin Khalfan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri. The collaboration is part of a broader agreement aimed at delivering supply and research solutions across diverse sectors in the UAE.
! Empowering Future Innovators
Professor Ghassan Aouad, the university chancellor, expressed his enthusiasm about this endeavor. He emphasized how the AirFarm will equip students and faculty with the tools and resources to explore pioneering ideas, enabling them to be influential leaders.
! A Hub for Learning and Innovation
The AirFarm is designed to provide students and faculty with hands-on learning experiences, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration, stimulate innovation, and contribute to sustainable agricultural solutions. It aligns seamlessly with the UAE’s green agenda.
! Shaping a Sustainable Future
Professor Aouad reiterated ADU’s commitment to nurturing an environment that not only fosters innovation and critical thinking but also empowers students to develop groundbreaking ideas for a more sustainable future.
! Dignitaries in Attendance
The inauguration was attended by key figures including Professor Aouad, Saeed Bin Rashed Khalfan Al Dhaheri (Vice Chairman at RBK), and Moses Seo (CEO of Midbar), along with representatives from RBK, Gracia Group, Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency, American Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi, Modus Capital, and Elite Agro Projects.
This inflatable agricultural marvel represents a significant stride towards a more sustainable and innovative future in agriculture.