Egyptian Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, Dr. Sherif Farouk, convened an emergency meeting on September 27, 2026, with the General Bakery Association and the Grain Industry Chamber. The meeting aimed to discuss the cost of producing tourist bread and fine bread, as well as the inputs required for production. The meeting was attended by Abdullah Gharab, head of the General Bakery Association, and Tarek Hassanin, head of the Grain Industry Chamber.
The meeting focused on monitoring the regular operation of mills and the availability of free flour in the markets. This ensures the continued supply of bakeries with their needs and the regular production of tourist bread and fine bread. The meeting also reviewed the availability of inputs for various food industries that rely on free flour, such as pasta and baked goods.
The cost of producing tourist bread and fine bread was a key topic of discussion. The meeting examined the cost of production in light of the inputs required and monitored the movement of flour and the quantities available in the markets. The importance of continued coordination between the Ministry and relevant parties was emphasized to ensure the availability of production requirements and stabilize markets.
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade is taking proactive measures to secure Egypt's needs for wheat. This includes diversifying import sources from various countries to enhance the stability and diversity of supply sources. The Ministry is also working to limit the impact of fluctuations in global markets.
The meeting discussed mechanisms for dealing with current variables to maintain stable prices for free flour and tourist bread. The goal is to ensure the continued availability of goods and products for citizens. The Ministry will continue to monitor market developments and trading movements.
Dr. Sherif Farouk emphasized the intensification of regulatory campaigns on markets, mills, and bakeries. The Ministry aims to verify compliance with regulations and prevent unjustified price increases or practices that may affect the availability of flour or bread.
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade stated that securing citizens' needs for basic goods and maintaining the stability of the bread system are top priorities. The Ministry will continue to monitor global and local market developments and take necessary measures to ensure the regular supply of goods and stabilize markets.
Key points
- The Egyptian government is working to stabilize the bread market by monitoring production costs and ensuring the availability of inputs.
- The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade is taking proactive measures to secure Egypt's needs for wheat and maintain the stability of the bread system.
- The government aims to prevent unjustified price increases and ensure the continued availability of goods and products for citizens.
