Agthia Academy Concludes First International Program to Advance UAE Talent in Food Production

The Agthia Group, in collaboration with the Swiss technology firm Bühler Group, has officially concluded the inaugural training program of the Agthia Academy. This initiative, focused on enhancing technical skills in the UAE’s food and beverage (F&B) sector, involved participants from the Emirates who underwent intensive training in both Abu Dhabi and Switzerland. The program's graduation ceremony was attended by H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, alongside key strategic partners.

Program Overview

The training curriculum focused on critical industry areas, including:

• Milling operations
• Professional baking
• Food production optimization

Participants received a blend of theoretical instruction and hands-on experience, utilizing Agthia’s facilities in the UAE and Bühler’s specialized training centers in Switzerland. The academy aims to equip Emirati entrepreneurs and food science students with the global expertise necessary to support the UAE’s long-term food security objectives.

Strategic Collaboration

The academy is supported by several government and academic entities, including:

• The Department of Economic Development (DED)
• The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development
• The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA)
• Zayed University and the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
• Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches

According to Agthia Group management, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industrial requirements. Bühler representatives noted that as food manufacturing technology advances, specialized technical knowledge becomes essential for operational efficiency. Interested parties can monitor official updates from the Agthia Group and their collaborative partners for details on future academic intakes.