The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has launched a program to support 1000 farmers and farmworkers in Minya, Egypt. As part of this initiative, the FAO organized a training program for participants in farmer field schools on climate-smart agricultural practices. The training took place over the summer and winter seasons of 2026. The program aimed to equip farmers with the necessary skills to improve their agricultural productivity and adapt to climate change.
Following the completion of the training program, the FAO provided support to the beneficiaries by distributing 175 tons of agricultural fertilizers. The fertilizers included ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulfate, superphosphate, potassium sulfate, and agricultural sulfur, among other essential production inputs. This support will benefit 1000 small-scale farmers and farmworkers in 10 villages as part of the presidential initiative "Hayat Karima" in Minya governorate.
The targeted villages in Minya governorate included Jazirat Sharuna and Deir al-Jarnus in Maghagha center, Sheikh Masoud in Al-Adwa center, and Al-Rubi, Al-Taybeh, Al-Amoudin, Kom Al-Zuhair, and Beni Musa in Smalut center, as well as Minshat Al-Maghalqa in Melwi center. These villages were selected to benefit from the FAO's project to improve the socio-economic situation and food security of rural communities.
The FAO's support aims to enhance the ability of farmers to produce winter crops for the 2026-2027 agricultural season, including wheat, medicinal and aromatic plants, and various vegetable crops. This initiative is expected to contribute to improved agricultural productivity, enhanced food security, and increased incomes for rural households. The project is part of the FAO's efforts to support sustainable agriculture and rural development in Egypt.
The project to improve the socio-economic situation and food security of rural communities in Minya governorate is implemented by the FAO with funding from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway in Cairo. The Ministry of Social Solidarity is a key government partner, while the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation and the National Council for Women also provide support. The project involves collaboration with several government and private sector partners.
The distribution of fertilizers and training program are part of the FAO's efforts to promote sustainable agriculture and improve the livelihoods of rural communities in Egypt. By supporting small-scale farmers, particularly women, the FAO aims to contribute to the country's agricultural development and food security. The initiative is also expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the overall well-being of rural communities.
The FAO's project in Minya governorate is a significant step towards achieving the organization's goals of reducing poverty, improving food security, and promoting sustainable agriculture in Egypt. The initiative demonstrates the FAO's commitment to supporting rural development and improving the livelihoods of small-scale farmers and farmworkers. The project's impact is expected to be long-term, contributing to the country's sustainable agricultural development and food security.
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- The FAO provided training and 175 tons of fertilizers to 1000 farmers in Minya, Egypt, to enhance their agricultural productivity and food security.
