The project, which spans 21,000 feddans, includes diverse agricultural and livestock production, poultry and fish farms, and various complementary industries. It is irrigated by eight water stations and incorporates modern irrigation and advanced mechanization.
Farouk lauded the project as a successful model for integrated
agricultural investment that helps achieve food security. He highlighted the
project's role in creating jobs, supporting the local economy, and showcasing
the Egyptian agricultural sector's capacity for development and innovation.
The Minister stressed the government's commitment to
supporting serious investors in the agricultural sector, noting that the state
has taken steps to improve the investment climate. He underscored the
importance of public-private partnerships in implementing integrated
agricultural and industrial projects to boost the national economy.
The Minister emphasized the ministry's commitment to
supporting serious investors in the agricultural sector. He highlighted that
the state has taken significant steps to improve the investment climate and
encourage private investment, aligning with the national vision for expanding
agricultural production and ensuring food security.
Farouk noted that the private sector is crucial for
sustainable agricultural development. He added that Egypt's leadership, under
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, is dedicated to creating a supportive
environment for private businesses by ensuring security and providing necessary
assistance. This approach, he explained, promotes integrated agricultural
investments and underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in
driving national economic growth and achieving sustainable development.
Governor El-Ashmouny praised the minister's visit and the
ministry's efforts to support agricultural development and solve farmers'
problems. He emphasized the "unprecedented boom" in the agricultural
sector, which he attributed to the political leadership's focus on food
security and self-sufficiency.
El-Ashmouny also called for stronger cooperation between the governorate and El-Salhia Company for Investment and Development to establish more outlets for the company's products. He said this would allow citizens to buy goods at prices lower than the market, in line with the state's plan to provide affordable products.