The  International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates, Zayed University, the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), with the technical contribution of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will convene the international conference “Quinoa for Future Food and Nutrition Security in Marginal Environments” in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, on December 6-8, 2016. This conference will provide a unique platform for discussions on ecological, economic and social aspects related to introducing quinoa for sustainable agricultural production in marginal environments.

The conference will:

• Bring together leading scientists, practitioners and decision-makers from the public and private sectors in a mix conducive to innovation and technology transfer
• Explore opportunities for collaboration between the public and private sectors
• Showcase the latest developments in quinoa research, production and trade around the world
• Highlight quinoa uses and niche market opportunities
• Connect young professionals to experienced professionals