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Egypt's agriculture ministry declares maximum readiness for winter season
October 6, 2026 at 08:28 AM
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Egypt's Ministry of Agriculture has raised maximum preparedness across all governorates as field preparations begin for the winter season, prioritizing strategic crops including wheat.
- Minister Alaa Farouk announced the start of actual implementation of the field work plan for the new winter season.
- The ministry will provide certified, high-yield, climate-resistant seeds through approved outlets and agricultural associations before planting begins.
- Farouk directed full distribution of fertilizer quotas through the Farmer Card digital system and tightened inspections of warehouses and associations.
- The plan includes expanding contract farming with guaranteed prices and directing research sectors to work directly in the fields.

