He added that the total amount of local wheat supplied to silos and barns by farmers to date has reached more than 3.2 million tons, with harvesting, threshing, and supply operations continuing across all governorates.
This comes within the framework of the daily monitoring of the
governorate's agricultural directorates and the sub-operations rooms
established by the Ministry in the Agricultural Services and Follow-up Sector
to monitor harvesting and supply operations, receive reports from farmers, and quickly
intervene to address their problems.
Farouk indicated that harvesting and supply rates are proceeding smoothly, without any obstacles. Directives are being issued to facilitate the supply process for farmers, provide technical support, and recommend reducing waste and losses during harvesting operations, as well as providing agricultural mechanization to save time and effort.
He explained that production this year is expected to reach approximately 10 million tons, and total supply will exceed 4.5 million tons. He noted that these unprecedented harvest and supply rates are the result of the facilitation measures provided by the Egyptian state this season, starting with the announcement of an early harvest price of EGP 2,200 to encourage farmers, as well as ensuring that farmers receive their dues within a maximum of 48 hours of supply. He also stated that approximately 420 collection points across the country are set up to receive wheat from suppliers and farmers.
The Minister stated that the government is keen to provide all means of support to wheat farmers, as it is a strategic crop that serves national food security, particularly in providing subsidized bread. He noted that Egypt currently covers approximately 56% of its needs from local wheat and aims to reach 65% in the next phase, while maintaining an agricultural balance with other crops and water needs.He stressed the continued follow-up and facilitation efforts for farmers, continuous communication with them, and promptly addressing any problems they face.