Sana'a: Ahmed Al-Bishri, the First Undersecretary of Al Hodeida province, alongside Yahya Abbad, Director of Zabid District, has inaugurated the first phase of a project aimed at rehabilitating irrigation facilities and canals in Wadi Zabid.
According to Yemen News Agency, the project is funded by the Agricultural and Fisheries Projects and Initiatives Financing Unit in the province, with a budget of 189,866,000 Yemeni riyals. It is being executed by the Zabid Multipurpose Agricultural Cooperative Association under the supervision of the Tihama Development Authority and the Projects and Initiatives Financing Unit. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance agricultural infrastructure in Wadi Zabid.
During the inauguration, the First Undersecretary highlighted the project's significance in advancing the agricultural sector in Wadi Zabid, a key agricultural area in the province. He stated that rehabilitating the canals and water facilities will improve water resource management and boost irrigation efficiency.
Al-Bishri emphasized the project as a reflection of the revolutionary leadership and the Supreme Political Council's commitment to agricultural development and self-sufficiency, especially amid challenges posed by aggression. He underscored that supporting farmers and providing them with essential production tools is crucial for enhancing food security.
He further explained that Wadi Zabid is integral to the province's agricultural sector and that the project will enhance farmland productivity and improve the livelihoods of farming families. Al-Bishri commended the Tihama Development Authority for its technical oversight and coordination with the Agricultural and Fisheries Projects and Initiatives Financing Unit to ensure the project's success. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between official and community entities for the project's success.
The District Director remarked that the project addresses the longstanding needs of farmers struggling to access water for their farms. He indicated that rehabilitating the canals will revive extensive agricultural areas that have been neglected for years. The first phase of the project aims to cover vast farmland, reduce irrigation costs, and improve soil quality. He urged residents to maintain the project's facilities and collaborate with the implementing agencies.
The project involves rehabilitating and maintaining numerous water channels and facilities extending over several kilometers, enhancing water delivery to farmlands and improving water-use efficiency while minimizing waste.