Tunisia's Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources, Azeddine Ben Cheikh, and Minister of Trade and Export Development, Samir Obeid, recently convened to discuss preparations for providing Eid al-Adha sacrifices in 2027. The meeting aimed to ensure the successful implementation of the national program and guarantee the availability of sacrifices in conditions that meet citizens' needs and purchasing power. The program seeks to revive the national livestock and enhance the country's meat production.
The meeting brought together several high-ranking officials from both ministries to examine the current state of Tunisia's red meat system and prospects for its development. The discussions focused on measures to secure the national market's meat supply during the coming period and monitor progress on the national program for livestock reconstitution and Eid al-Adha sacrifice provision. According to a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture, the program is crucial for restoring balance to the national meat system.
The meeting reviewed general indicators of Tunisia's red meat system, highlighting its structural challenges. The company, Société des Viandes, will play a key role in implementing the 2027 Eid al-Adha sacrifice and livestock reconstitution programs in collaboration with several national entities. This partnership aims to support the restoration of necessary balances for the system and enhance its production capacity in the medium and long term.
Discussions also centered on issues related to feed supply, production costs, and reference prices. The ministers emphasized the importance of strengthening support mechanisms for breeders, fostering trust, and encouraging them to continue and develop their activities. This approach is expected to contribute to the sustainability of the national meat system and its ability to meet market demands.
At the meeting's conclusion, participants stressed the need for intensified collaboration and coordination between the two ministries to better control red meat prices and distribution channels. They also highlighted the importance of transparency in transactions and combating practices that could disrupt market balances or impact prices.
The ministers agreed on the necessity of establishing clear evaluation indicators and monitoring programs to ensure preparedness for major consumption seasons. This approach aims to guarantee the sustainability of Tunisia's red meat system and maintain its stability.
The national program for providing Eid al-Adha sacrifices and reconstituting the country's livestock is a key initiative for Tunisia's agricultural sector. By 2027, the program aims to ensure a stable and sufficient supply of meat for the country's needs, while also supporting local breeders and enhancing the national meat system's production capacity.
Key points
- Tunisia's government is working to revive its national livestock and enhance meat production through a national program for providing Eid al-Adha sacrifices and reconstituting the country's livestock.
