Egypt, realizes highest rice productivity

In its latest report, US Department of Agriculture said that Egypt ranks first as regards rice and sorghum Productivity per hectare in the 1999/2000 season with 8.55 tons/hectare (or 3.8 tons/acres) and 4.84 tons/hectare (or 2.1 tons/acres) respectively.

"Wheat Productivity in Egypt has amounted in 1999/2000 season to 6.55 tons/hectare (or 2.9 tons/acres) putting Egypt in the fourth place following Britain, Germany and France." Said the report. In addition, Egypt came fifth as regards maize Productivity per hectare following Italy, the European Union, USA and Canada.

On the other hand, Ahmed Khourshid, the Egyptian agricultural advisor in the USA said that the Egyptian Embassy in Washington has received many requests from US companies and investors to participate in the establishment of agro-industrial projects in the New Valley, Toshka, Shark El Owaynat and Sinai.

"Such projects will use solar energy in operating fridges, house ovens, factories and hospitals. Besides, specialized centers for enhancing organic farming, production and export of medical herbs and high value crops will be established therein." Added Khourshid.