In order to combat the increasing environmental threat posed by mesquite trees, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water is requesting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from creative businesses in partnership with Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (be’ah).
Muscat – Mesquite trees (Prosopis juliflora), known for their rapid spread and invasive nature, have become a significant concern in the country’s arid regions. These hardy trees outcompete native vegetation, disrupting local ecosystems and causing ecological imbalances. The unchecked proliferation of mesquite has adverse effects on biodiversity, agriculture, and water resources, threatening the sustainability of Oman’s natural environment.
To combat this issue, the Ministry and be’ah are seeking solutions that will not only eradicate mesquite trees but also explore ways to process them into commercially viable products. The goal is to develop innovative and scalable strategies that can effectively control and utilize mesquite as a resource, turning an environmental problem into an economic opportunity.
The initiative seeks proposals for effective solutions to eradicate mesquite trees, develop and implement strategies for the complete eradication and conversion of mesquite into commercially viable products.
The call is aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and specialized companies with expertise in environmental management, sustainable resource use, and innovative technology.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit their EOIs by the deadline of December 12, 2024. Submissions can be sent to either Osama Al Munaijri at osama.almunaijri@beah.om or Karima Al Raaisi at karima.alraaisi@beah.om.
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