Abu Dhabi launches pioneering freshwater pearl oyster project

Added on 01 January 2025

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Abu Dhabi launches pioneering freshwater pearl oyster project

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Abu Dhabi has initiated the region's first freshwater pearl oyster aquaculture project in Al Faya, enhancing its leadership in sustainable oyster farming. The facility can produce 10,000 oysters yearly and focuses on innovation, sustainability, and supporting research, contributing to water conservation and technological advancements in the region.

In a significant move to cement Abu Dhabi's position in sustainable pearl oyster farming, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has unveiled the first freshwater pearl oyster aquaculture project in Al Faya, a step aligned with the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Aquaculture Policy.