Cabinet Resolution No.31 of 2018 on Community Agriculture. Country/Territory United Arab Emirates Document type Legislation Date 2018 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Agricultural & rural development, Environment gen., Food & nutrition, Cultivated plants, Water Keyword Sustainable development Farming Food security Protection of environment Agricultural commodities Climate change Irrigation Urban and peri-urban agriculture Agricultural development Crops/grasses Geographical area Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force the day after its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Resolution consisting of 14 articles aims to (i) improve the environment, diversify plant production, and promote diversity and food security; (ii) strengthen the culture of agriculture and food production and contribute to the creation of a conscious generation that contributes to the maintenance of sustainable agricultural development; (iii) contribute to bridging part of the daily household needs of plant agricultural products; (iv) encourage a move towards climate smart agriculture such as soil-less agriculture and organic agriculture; and (v) increase the optimal use of water for reuse in community agriculture. It promotes optimum utilization of unused residential spaces and building rooftops for agricultural activities. Full text Arabic Website www.moccae.gov.ae