This international workshop brings together science, practice, and policy through high-level keynotes, focused technical sessions, expert panels, and immersive field visits, offering participants a unique opportunity to explore regenerative soil and water solutions for salt-affected agroecosystems in arid regions.
Agenda Highlights
DAY 1 – 27 September
Knowledge Exchange, Innovation & Cultural Experience
Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road
Opening session & high-level panel on emerging challenges and opportunities for regenerative agriculture in arid environments
Workshop introduction: From soil salinity and water scarcity to regenerative agroecosystem solutions
Keynote lectures by leading international experts and partner institutions
Technical sessions on smart irrigation, water-use efficiency, and soil health restoration strategies
High-level panel discussion connecting research, policy frameworks, and agribusiness perspectives
Cultural excursion (Pyramids – Sphinx – Grand Egyptian Museum) followed by a joint networking dinner
DAY 2 – 28 September
Field Validation & Applied Learning
Greater Cairo Region
Guided visits to large-scale commercial farms implementing advanced irrigation and regenerative soil management practices
Direct dialogue with farm managers and technical teams on real-world constraints and solutions
On-site validation of regenerative soil and water strategies under production conditions
Nile Cruise networking dinner & official workshop closure