The Tunisian government has regained control of the "Oum Hani 2" agricultural domain, located in Kabtana, Menzel Bourguiba, in the Bizerte governorate. This 47-hectare property was reclaimed on October 29, following the revocation of its occupant's exploitation rights due to multiple infractions. A technical advisory commission oversaw the reclamation, accompanied by representatives from relevant administrations and services, as well as a bailiff and the deposed occupant.
The reclaimed domain comprises 37 hectares planted with over 4,800 olive trees. The remaining 10 hectares, although fertile, were left uncultivated, featuring only a straw shed and unused equipment. The occupant had committed several infractions, including severe pruning of olive trees without authorization from the regional agricultural development commission, and selling the resulting wood without permission.
These infractions led to multiple warnings that were ignored, ultimately resulting in the revocation of the exploitation rights. The reclamation process was carried out in accordance with the law, with all parties present. The domain is now under the management of the Office des terres domaniales, which will oversee its future use.
The "Oum Hani 2" domain's reclamation is part of the government's efforts to rehabilitate and valorize state-owned agricultural lands. Bizerte's agricultural lands have been a focus area for the government, which aims to optimize their use and productivity. The reclaimed domain is expected to be reassigned, with the necessary legal procedures to be initiated.
According to reports, the Tunisian government aims to valorize 500,000 strategic hectares of state-owned agricultural lands. The reclamation of the "Oum Hani 2" domain aligns with this goal, demonstrating the government's commitment to efficient land use and agricultural development.
The Bizerte region is known for its fertile lands and agricultural potential. The government's efforts to reclaim and rehabilitate state-owned lands in the area are expected to boost local agricultural production and contribute to the national economy.
The reclamation of the "Oum Hani 2" domain is a significant step towards optimizing the use of state-owned agricultural lands in Tunisia. The government's initiatives to valorize these lands are ongoing, with a focus on promoting sustainable agricultural practices and improving productivity.
Key points
- The Tunisian government reclaimed a 47-hectare agricultural domain in Bizerte due to the occupant's exploitation failures.
- The domain, which features over 4,800 olive trees, will be reassigned after necessary legal procedures.
- The reclamation aligns with the government's goal to valorize 500,000 hectares of strategic state-owned agricultural lands.
