27,000 Regulatory Visits Conducted by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority in the First Quarter of 2026
In early 2026, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority conducted 27,000 regulatory visits, reflecting its commitment to supporting food safety in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. During the first quarter, these visits included hundreds of food establishments, where tested samples were collected to ensure compliance with health standards. These efforts represent part of a comprehensive strategy to improve food practices and enhance trust in the safety of food available in the market.
Regulatory Visits and Ongoing Efforts
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority carried out 27,473 field regulatory visits during the first quarter of this year, covering many food establishments in the emirate. Through these visits, 4,597 food samples were collected to verify their safety and compliance with the approved requirements and standards.
Rapid Response to Food Reports
During the first quarter, the authority received 423 food reports from the public. These reports are part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to monitor any practices that may affect food safety and address them promptly. These efforts resulted in no confirmed cases of foodborne illnesses, reflecting the effectiveness of the integrated regulatory system and the authority’s collaboration with food establishments and the community.
Implementing Modern Technologies to Enhance Safety
The authority relies on modern technologies to enhance the efficiency of the regulatory system and improve compliance levels. Among the initiatives launched by the authority are aerial monitoring, visual inspection, the “Zadna” assessment system, and risk-based inspections, which help direct efforts towards critical points.
Enhancing Community Awareness of Food Safety Practices
The efforts of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority are not limited to regulatory visits; they also include raising community awareness about safe food handling practices. The focus is on proper preservation and storage methods, preventing food contamination, and promoting healthy behaviors among consumers and food sector workers.
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority reaffirms its commitment to developing its regulatory system and adopting innovative solutions to ensure the sustainability of the food sector in the emirate and provide safe and sound food for all community members. This is achieved through a proactive monitoring and follow-up system that covers all stages of the food chain, from production sources to the consumer.