King Hamad Prize for Agricultural Development

Launched in 2015 at the initiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Consultative Council of the National Initiative for Agricultural Development, the King Hamad Prize for Agricultural Development aims to encourage innovation, excellence, and sustainability in Bahrain's agricultural sector. The prize recognizes outstanding agricultural projects, Bahraini farmers, and researchers, promoting agricultural productivity, food security, scientific research, and the adoption of modern agricultural technologies. It contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land).