The Ajman Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman (MPDA) announced the winners of the 16th Ajman Agricultural Award 2025, aimed at supporting positive efforts in the agricultural sector and encouraging exemplary models that serve as inspirations for all to advance the afforestation and increase the green spaces in Ajman.
This current edition of the Ajman Agricultural Award took place during the inauguration of “Bustan Al Helio,” located in the Al Helio area and spanning an area of 59,000 square meters, attended by Dr. Engineer Khalid Moeen Al Hosani, the Executive Director of the Public Health and Environment Sector at the Department.
In his remarks, Dr. Engineer Khalid Moeen Al Hosani reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to ensuring that the Emirate of Ajman ranks among the world’s foremost green cities. He emphasized that efforts are ongoing to enhance afforestation comprehensively across all areas of the Emirate by employing sustainable methods in agriculture and irrigation that adhere to global best practices.
Additionally, during his speech at the award ceremony held at “Bustan Al Helio,” he stated that the Department is dedicated each year to organizing this incentive award, worth 100,000 dirhams, to encourage both the public and private sectors, as well as all community members to expand agricultural areas in the Emirate, promote positive culture, and elevate environmental standards connected to agriculture. He noted an increasing enthusiasm from residents and organizations for each edition, reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing the agricultural sector.
Ajman Agricultural Award 2025 Winners
Mr. Ahmed Saif Al Mheiri, the MPDA’s Director of the Agriculture and Public Gardens Department, clarified that the award adopts an inclusive principle for all categories, allowing participation from home gardens, mosques, schools, all governmental entities, agricultural initiative owners, and hotels in all areas of the Emirate, extending congratulations to all winners.
The Department honored the winners in the indoor home garden category, including Mohammad Ibrahim Al Ali, Hamid Khalifa Al Ali, Atheejah Al Nuaimi, Saif Al Falasi, Abdullah Bati Al Mehairi, Abdullah Ali Al Ketbi, Youssef Abdulrahman Al Shamsi, Sheikha Ghanem Al Shamsi, Mohammad Ahmad Al Raisi, Abdulrahman Hamid Al Ketbi, Hassan Ahmad Al Raisi, Abdullah Ali Arahmah, Sultan Khalifa Al Matarooshi, Ali Mubarak Hassan, and Abdullah Mohammad Lootah.
Mohammad Hamid Al Shamsi, Omar Saeed Obaid Al Matarooshi, and Khalid Saeed Maqla Al Shihhi triumphed in the outdoor home garden category, while Mohammad Hassan Al Shamsi, Badria Ali Al Shihhi, Muneera Nasser Al Jazmi, Halima Hassan Al Hamadi, Ali Mohammed Jumaa Al Matarooshi, and Ibrahim Ali Al Nuaimi received awards for productive gardens.
Meanwhile, Ajman Police GHO, Manama Comprehensive Police Station, won the award in the “Government Institutions” category, while Mohammad Abdulrahman, Director of Parks Department in Dubai Municipality, Issa Hashem Al Hooti of Nakheel Al Safa, and Ajman University won the awards in the “Owners of Agricultural Initiatives” category.
Abdullah Nabi Al Balushi won the award in the “Mosques” category, while Al Medina American School, Ajman Academy Private School, Northgate British School, and Umm Ammar School First Cycle won in the “Schools” category. Jowaher Al Nuaimi and Fakkarudheen won the award in the “Balcony” category.
The Department also honored its sponsors, including Al Nuaimi Group, Al Mashriq Irrigation Services, Ajman Sewerage Company, Vito, and Happy Fun.
Inauguration of Bustan Al Helio
The inauguration of Bustan Al Helio aligns with the strategy to expand green spaces in the Emirate and provide a natural refuge for families and visitors. It spans vast areas, featuring a 2-kilometer walking path, a children’s play area, a designated sports area, in addition to parking facilities accommodating 270 vehicles, including spaces for people with determination. It also includes 15 architecturally designed seating areas, taking into account ventilation and weather conditions.
The area is distinguished by its rich botanical diversity, containing 22,500 square meters of grass, 50,425 shrubs of hedges and various bushes, along with 72,000 seedlings of seasonal flowers and ground covers. Additionally, it is adorned with 650 palm trees and houses fruit-bearing trees, including mango, lemon, loquat, chico, sidra, almond, and tamarind trees.
The area is managed sustainably, relying on solar energy to illuminate pathways and facilities with 120 lighting poles. It also provides dedicated spaces for various investment projects, enhancing its appeal as a tourist and recreational site.
It is worth noting that the award, with its eight categories, aims to augment green spaces in the Emirate of Ajman, stimulate community partnerships for environmental conservation, support local production, encourage home gardening, and promote sustainability and innovation in the agricultural field.
