The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) set a new Guinness World Record, organising the world's largest agriculture lesson.

Taking place at Gracia Farm in Al Bahia, the lesson brought together a diverse audience of over 290 attendees, including hotel staff, students, organic farming practitioners, and experienced farmers.

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Head of the Office of International Affairs in the Presidential Court, shared a video message to the attendees, with Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, President of the Abu Dhabi Agricultural Club, also gracing the event.

Saeed Al Dhaheri, Al Ain and Al Dhafra Regional Development Department Director at DCT Abu Dhabi, opened the event. Held in the presence of Guinness World Record officials, DCT Abu Dhabi's world-record-breaking initiative discussed a range of eco-friendly farming methods, from cutting-edge technology to innovative irrigation systems designed for Abu Dhabi's unique climate.

The Department also facilitated engaging discussions, hands-on workshops, and interactive demonstrations, empowering participants with know-how on how to actively contribute to cultivating a greener future for the emirate.