Al-Bayda:The Executive Unit for the Management and Financing of Agricultural and Fisheries Projects and Initiatives in Al-Bayda Governorate convened a meeting today to discuss the progress of agricultural projects from the years 1445 to 1448 AH. The meeting was chaired by the Governor of the Governorate and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Abdullah Idris.
According to Yemen News Agency, the meeting featured a presentation by Engineer Mohammed Al-Haidari, the Agricultural Sector Official in the governorate. He provided a report on the progress of project implementations over the past three years and the current year. The discussion also included projects planned for the current year and strategies for expanding crop cultivation in various regions.
Governor Idris emphasized the critical role of agricultural projects in enhancing the vital sector and reducing the import bill, especially amidst ongoing aggression and siege. He stressed the importance of expanding grain crop cultivation to achieve food security and self-sufficiency. Additionally, he urged the activation of associations, district-level agricultural branches, and development partners to support these efforts.
Furthermore, Governor Idris highlighted the need for coordination between farmers and relevant bodies to implement the expansion program for essential agricultural crops. He commended the resilience of the agricultural sector and its workers for their contribution to supplying the local market with a variety of agricultural products.
