Almarai Launches the 2026 Cycle of the World’s Largest Award for Food Security Research in Dryland Regions

Almarai, a prominent Saudi dairy company, has initiated the 2026 cycle of its prestigious Almarai Prize, the world's largest award dedicated to advancing food security research in dryland regions. This global competition invites top research institutions and PhD scientists to nominate groundbreaking projects that tackle food security challenges in arid areas. With a significant monetary prize, the initiative underscores the importance of sustainable agricultural practices in regions prone to drought, highlighting a critical global issue as climate change continues to affect food production worldwide.