Lulu Group, the leading retail giant, has been awarded the prestigious Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Agricultural Excellence Award for its outstanding contributions to the UAE’s agricultural sector and sustainability initiatives. The award was presented to Ashraf Ali M.A., Executive Director of Lulu Group, by Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, at a ceremony held at the Emirates Palace. The recognition highlights Lulu’s pivotal role in supporting the award program and related events at the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathbah.

The award is among the UAE’s most esteemed initiatives, encouraging farmers and livestock breeders to embrace modern technologies and sustainable practices. Lulu Group has been a steadfast advocate of these principles, championing innovation, empowering local farmers, and enhancing sustainability in agriculture. Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, the Sheikh Zayed Festival has grown into one of the country’s most prominent cultural and agricultural celebrations, showcasing advancements in homegrown produce and sustainable farming practices.

Lulu Group International, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, is a multinational conglomerate with an extensive retail presence across the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. Founded by Indian entrepreneur M.A. Yusuff Ali, the group maintains strong ties to India, investing in retail, food processing, and logistics while sourcing a significant portion of its fresh produce from the country for its global operations.