Abu Dhabi is currently hosting a strategic five-day training program designed to bridge the gap between advanced artificial intelligence and the practical needs of smallholder farmers worldwide. Bringing together representatives from 15 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, the initiative is a collaborative effort involving the UAE Presidential Court, MBZUAI, the University of Chicago, and the National Centre of Meteorology. The primary objective is to empower government officials to utilize AI tools that translate complex meteorological data into clear, actionable advice, helping local farmers better manage their crops and navigate extreme weather events.

This intensive program, which builds upon previous successful cohorts, is part of a broader vision to support 30 nations by 2028 and eventually provide AI-powered weather insights to 100 million farmers by 2030. Beyond theoretical learning, the project ensures long-term impact by equipping participants with the necessary technical infrastructure, including workstations donated by NVIDIA. By focusing on both the deployment of forecasting models and the practical application of climate data, the UAE is fostering a global ecosystem that leverages technology to safeguard food security and enhance the resilience of the agricultural sector against a changing climate.