In Egypt, Zawya reported that Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has met with ministers to review the development of irrigation systems for sugarcane, aiming to increase the crop’s yield while reducing water consumption.
In a meeting with the relevant ministries and government agencies, Madbouly emphasized the government’s focus on monitoring agriculture and irrigation projects. He said irrigation plays a pivotal role in managing water resources and adapting to environmental changes, which in turn ensures the availability of agricultural products and contributes to food security, according to the report.
“Sugarcane is a strategic crop that must be cultivated using modern methods that increase its production, thereby helping to meet the needs of the local market,” Madbouly stated.
The agriculture minister noted that there is significant potential for expanding the use of water-saving agricultural practices. He added that several of these methods are already popular among farmers and are characterized by their low cost and speed of implementation.
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Category: Food & Agriculture
