The figures were detailed in an official report received by the Minister from Dr. Mohamed El-Mansy, Head of the Central Administration for Agricultural Quarantine within the agricultural services and follow-up sector.
According to the report, Egyptian citrus continued to lead
the list of agricultural exports with a total quantity exceeding two million
tons. This was followed by: fresh potatoes: 1.3 million tons, sweet potatoes: approximately
328,000 tons, beans (fresh and dry): approximately 312,000 tons, and fresh onions:
282,000 tons.
The report also highlighted significant export volumes for
other crops, including: grapes: 191,000 tons, pomegranates: 154,000 tons, and mangoes:
122,000 tons.
Other products noted for their progress included tomatoes,
fresh strawberries, fresh garlic, and guava.
Farouk stressed that this historic surge in agricultural exports
provides conclusive evidence of the strength and resilience of the national
economy. He asserted that it confirms Egypt's adherence to the highest quality
and food safety standards required by international markets, underscoring the
success of efforts to enhance the competitiveness of Egyptian exports.
The Minister noted the high level of trust the Egyptian
product enjoys in international markets, which reinforces Egypt's position as a
global agricultural power. He emphasized that agricultural exports are a key
pillar supporting the national economy and attracting foreign currency,
commending the efforts of all stakeholders, "from the farmer to the
exporter."
Farouk also highlighted the pivotal role played by the Central Administration for Agricultural Quarantine and reference laboratories in ensuring product safety. He pointed to the Ministry's ongoing efforts, in cooperation with relevant bodies, to open more new and non-traditional markets for Egyptian products and to resolve logistical and procedural challenges facing exporters to sustain growth in the sector.