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Daily News Egypt
23-06-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Agriculture Ministry steps up food security efforts amid escalating regional tensions
Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, affirmed that all bodies affiliated with the ministry are intensifying efforts to bolster Egypt's food security and shield the agricultural sector from the repercussions of ongoing regional developments, including the escalating Iran-Israel conflict. Farouk noted that although these geopolitical tensions have placed mounting pressure on global supply chains and driven up food prices, the ministry has maintained a steady course. A comprehensive set of proactive measures has been implemented to stabilise the national food situation and ensure sustained availability of essential commodities. The minister emphasised that Egyptian agricultural exports and imports have remained unaffected and, in fact, have reached unprecedented levels this year. He attributed this resilience to the sustained work of specialised ministry departments—such as the Agricultural Quarantine Authority and the External Agricultural Relations department—which continue to open new international markets for Egyptian crops. These initiatives contribute to foreign currency inflows and strengthen national income. He also underscored the critical role of the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine in evaluating and approving new import sources for strategic agricultural commodities and key production inputs. These efforts aim to diversify sourcing and reduce vulnerability to supply shocks from any single country, while also reinforcing collaboration with other ministries to support Egypt's strategic reserves. Farouk reiterated the government's unwavering support for Egyptian farmers, describing them as the cornerstone of agricultural productivity. This support includes the provision of production inputs, certified and improved seeds, and sustained guidance on adopting modern agricultural practices to maximise land and water resource efficiency. The minister stressed that under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, the Egyptian state is well-equipped to handle crises. He pointed to the significant agricultural expansion driven by national megaprojects launched during Al-Sisi's presidency. Farouk credited the President's continuous follow-up and commitment to food security for the remarkable progress seen in the sector. Efforts are ongoing, he added, to improve resource efficiency, enhance yields, and minimise losses. 'Food security is national security,' Farouk stated. 'We will spare no effort in safeguarding it.' For his part, Mohamed El-Mansy, Head of the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine, said the ministry is closely monitoring the implications of the Iran-Israel conflict on Egypt's agricultural exports and imports of strategic goods. El-Mansy confirmed that agricultural exports remain on track, with volumes reaching 5.2 million tonnes by mid-year. He explained that key export seasons—including those for strawberries, citrus fruits, and potatoes—have either concluded or are in their final stages, while others such as sweet potatoes and onions are ongoing with notable increases in volumes. Export seasons for grapes, mangoes, and pomegranates are also anticipated to perform strongly. On the import front, El-Mansy reported continued smooth inflows of essential commodities. Since the beginning of January, Egypt has imported approximately 4.9 million tonnes of wheat, 4.2 million tonnes of yellow maize, and 2.2 million tonnes of soybeans. He also noted that the quarantine authority is actively exploring new import sources for strategic commodities and production inputs, prioritising countries expected to yield high output amid shifting climatic conditions. Updated risk management protocols have been implemented to mitigate pest-related threats and ensure the safety and integrity of domestic agricultural ecosystems.
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16-05-2025
- Business
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Egypt's Agricultural Exports to Russia Witness Significant Increase
Taarek Refaat The Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, represented by the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine, participated in the 15th session of the Egyptian-Russian Joint Committee for Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation, chaired by Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade. Mohamed El-Mansi, Head of the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine stated that this comes within the framework of the follow-up Sector to facilitate the flow of Egyptian agricultural exports to various countries around the world. El-Mansi indicated that during the meetings, ways to enhance cooperation and facilitate the flow of trade between the two countries were discussed, during meetings attended by representatives of the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision and the Russian Federal Service for Consumer Protection and Human Welfare. He added that 2024 witnessed a significant increase in exports of some Egyptian agricultural crops to Russia, compared to 2023. Oranges increased by 42.3%, with 297,000 tons exported in 2024 compared to 208,700 tons in 2023. He also explained that mandarin exports to Russia increased by 2.2 times, from 83,800 tons in 2023 to 181,500 tons in 2024. He explained that in 2025, compared to the same period last year, exports of fresh Egyptian table potatoes to Russia increased by 4.6 times, with 59,300 tons exported during the same period in 2024, reaching 274,500 tons this year. Onion exports also increased by 71.9%, from 7,600 tons to 13,000 tons. The head of the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine explained that the two sides agreed to facilitate the movement of Egyptian agricultural exports to Russia. The Russian side requested that Egypt become a source of several other agricultural commodities, instead of some other countries, given the competitive advantages of Egyptian products and their proven quality. Representatives of the Egyptian Agricultural Quarantine also participated in side meetings with Russian businessmen, attended by the Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade. The meeting discussed a proposal for the largest Russian supermarket chains to establish sorting and packing stations in Egypt to export products from Egypt to the Russian Federation, in line with the requirements of the supermarket chains, and the implementation of a direct export program throughout the year. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
