Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a meeting of the Council of Ministers, during which he instructed the government to prepare a new agricultural law. The law aims to increase efficiency in the agricultural sector and includes mechanisms for allocating cultivated areas for annual products according to need. This move is intended to reduce imports and promote self-sufficiency in the sector.
The new law will focus on allocating cultivated areas for annual products based on demand. This approach seeks to optimize crop production and reduce reliance on imports. President Tebboune emphasized the importance of monitoring production levels and implementing measures to achieve self-sufficiency in the agricultural sector. The Council of Ministers discussed various initiatives to improve the sector's performance.
President Tebboune also instructed the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Maritime Fishing to prepare a monthly newsletter. The newsletter will track production levels of various grain types, including soft and hard wheat. Additionally, the minister was tasked with digitizing the payment system for agricultural products. This measure aims to improve the efficiency of the agricultural sector and enhance monitoring.
The President ordered a review of the Algerian Grains Office and specialized agricultural institutions. The goal is to improve their performance, modernize them, and prevent irregularities in the agricultural and rural development sectors. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the agricultural sector.
A national survey will be conducted to analyze soil conditions and classify agricultural land. The survey will be carried out in coordination with laboratories to determine the nature of agricultural land in various regions. The government aims to promote the use of treated wastewater for irrigation and reduce reliance on rainfall. This initiative is part of a plan to increase water recovery.
The agricultural sector aims to recover 60% of used water. The government encourages the use of treated wastewater for irrigation. This approach seeks to reduce the sector's reliance on rainfall and improve crop yields. President Tebboune emphasized the importance of preparing the land and optimizing irrigation systems.
The new agricultural law and related initiatives aim to improve the performance of the agricultural sector in Algeria. The government seeks to increase self-sufficiency, reduce imports, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. The implementation of these measures will be closely monitored to ensure their effectiveness.
Key points
- The new law will focus on allocating cultivated areas for annual products based on demand.
- A national survey will be conducted to analyze soil conditions and classify agricultural land.
- The agricultural sector aims to recover 60% of used water.
