- Egypt’s planning and agriculture ministries discuss agricultural investments and the CROWN project for climate resilience.
- A 20% increase in agricultural investments includes projects on irrigation and rural development.
- International partners like IFAD are crucial in supporting agricultural development projects.
Egypt’s Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, alongside the Ministry of Agriculture, recently reviewed agricultural projects and investments for 2024/2025.
The discussions also covered various international collaborations, including those funded by IFAD and other development partners.
Egypt’s Agricultural Sector: Strategic Investments and International Collaboration
Egypt’s recent meeting between the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation (MoPEDIC) and the Ministry of Agriculture focused on significant agricultural investments and projects for the upcoming fiscal year. A notable 20% increase in investment was highlighted, with ongoing projects including field irrigation development and the establishment of agricultural clusters in North and South Sinai.
Central to the discussion was the Climate-Resilient On-Farm Water Management (CROWN) project, which aims to modernize irrigation infrastructure and promote climate-smart agriculture. The project also focuses on integrating smallholders into resilient food value chains, showcasing Egypt’s commitment to enhancing climate adaptation and food security.
International cooperation plays a pivotal role in these efforts, with development partners like IFAD contributing to various projects aimed at increasing farmer incomes and rural development. Initiatives under the 2023-2027 Egypt-UN Strategic Partnership Framework were also reviewed, emphasizing sustainable agriculture and climate change adaptation.
The meeting underscored the importance of both national efforts and international support in achieving Egypt’s agricultural development goals. The successful implementation of these projects will contribute to food security, green transformation, and the overall achievement of sustainable development goals.
gypt is strategically advancing its agricultural sector through substantial investments and international collaboration, focusing on climate resilience and rural development. The combined efforts of national ministries and global partners are essential in driving sustainable growth and addressing food security challenges.
“Egypt’s Ministry of Planning and Agriculture: Advancing Agricultural Investments and Climate Resilience” – highlights the discussions and progress on agricultural projects and the CROWN initiative.
