Citrus accounted for 1.9mn tonnes of the 7mn tonnes the country has exported so far this year
Egypt has exported around 7mn tonnes of agricultural products so far this year, almost 8 per cent more than the 650,000 tonnes shipped in the same period last year, according to agriculture minister Alaa Farouk.
As reported by Nogoom Masrya, other significant exports include fresh and dry beans (222,000 tonnes), grapes (180, 000 tonnes), sweet potatoes, mangoes, tomatoes, garlic, pomegranates, strawberries, and guava.
Farouk said the growth reflects ongoing progress in the agricultural sector and its ability to compete internationally, with efforts to develop the sector and open new markets while maintaining high quality standards.
He highlighted the success achieved from collaborative efforts among farmers, producers, exporters, and regulatory bodies such as the Egyptian Quarantine Authority and accredited laboratories, with ongoing support to enhance agricultural productivity and exports.
Farouk added that the higher export volume demonstrated the robustness of the Egyptian economy, contributing to foreign currency inflow and creating new employment opportunities across production and export stages.
Dr, Mohamed Al-Mansy, head of the Central Agricultural Quarantine Department, said that this noticeable increase in exports is due to adherence to the latest international standards, which is boosting the quality and reputation of Egyptian products in global markets.
He also noted the continued opening of new markets and the reinforcement of regulatory controls, including the implementation of coding systems in quarantine measures.
