Hajjah: The Education and Agriculture sectors in Hajjah Governorate launched today the agricultural activities project for basic and secondary education schools for the academic year 1448 AH, as part of the cultural and skills program in the governorate.
According to Yemen News Agency, the launch took place at Al-Sammad and the Greatest Messenger schools in the governorate center. Ali Al-Qateeb, the head of the education sector in the governorate, highlighted the project’s importance. Implemented by the Education Sector in partnership with the Agriculture Sector, it aims to strengthen the younger generation’s connection to the land and agriculture. The initiative seeks to instill a culture of production and environmental protection, contributing to preparing a generation capable of participating in building Yemen’s future.
Al-Qateeb stressed the importance of continuous performance evaluation and using the results to develop implementation mechanisms according to the activities regulations. The project aims to expand green spaces in schools and enhance agricultural and environmental awareness among students, thereby boosting community contributions to achieving food security.
Engineer Hassan Hazazi, head of the Agriculture Sector in Hajjah, explained that the project targets numerous schools across various districts of the governorate. Thousands of beneficial fruit tree seedlings will be planted, transforming school environments into practical spaces for agricultural knowledge and skills.
The launch event was attended by District Director Mahyoub Sira’. Mohammed Al-Saqya, the Director of Activities in the governorate, noted that the agricultural activities are part of the broader cultural and skills program for general education schools, targeting 301 basic and secondary schools across the governorate. He stated that the launch events for the agricultural activities will continue for 12 days, followed by other relevant offices and authorities as per the scheduled timeline.
Additionally, Mohammed Al-Qadami, Head of the Agricultural Cooperative Union branch, emphasized the need to focus on agriculture in schools. He urged for training students in seedling production, developing skills, greening the school and local environment, and raising awareness about the importance of establishing and caring for home gardens, given their positive impact on the community.