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This Organic Farm and Eco-lodge in Nuweiba is Leading the Way in Egyptian Agro-Tourism
Initially a modest camp setup by a couple looking to escape the rigours of city life, Nuweiba’s Habiba Organic Farm (HOF) and Eco-Lodge has emerged not only as a unique beachside getaway, but a trailblazer in agro-tourism in Egypt.
Certified by World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, an international organisation that promotes agro-tourism, owners Maged and Loreina El Saeed offer volunteers from across the world free accommodation and meals in exchange for work on the farm and a taste the simple life.
The unique set-up feeds into the owners’ goal of sustaining themselves and the lodge, as well as giving back to the local Bedouin communities that welcomed them so warmly when Habiba was just nothing but a simple idea. Even engineering and architecture students are welcomed to the lodge...
published: 21 Apr 2019
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Support Organic Farming in Cairo with Tayyib Society
This video explains our motives and journey of our research to create a guide about organic farming in Cairo, Egypt.
published: 26 Jul 2021
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THE ORGANIC PHARMACIST (100% natural products)
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WOW!! I've spent the last 24 hours living with Dr. Ahmed Salah at his home in a remote part of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. You guys are going to LOVE his story!!!
After getting inspired from meeting an Austrian tourist in his village 25 years ago, Dr. Ahmed has spent the last two decades educating himself on natural remedies to cure (almost) any kind of sickness. He grows EVERYTHING himself in his backyard -- I'm talking about hundreds of plants, vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices -- and crafts these 100% natural products into care packages to sell in his beautiful pharmacy. The craziest part about all of this is that we are in the middle of the desert!
Share th...
published: 24 Sep 2020
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Egyptian wheat farmers face a hard time
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Egypt's farmers are accusing the government of gambling with the country's food security.
Egypt imports roughly 10 million tonnes of wheat a year. But this year, officials have cut imports of key commodities like wheat, betting that a big local harvest will make up the difference.
If farmers cannot make money growing wheat, many of them might switch to more lucrative crops in the future.
Al Jazeera's Rawya Rageh reports from Beni Suef.
At Al Jazeera English, we focus on people and events that affect people's lives. We bring topics to light that often go under-reported, listening to all sides of the story and giving a 'voice to the voiceless.'
Reaching more than 270 million household...
published: 28 Apr 2013
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Hydroponic farming gaining traction in Cairo
A hydroponic farm is using less water than traditional farms, in a bid to combat Egypt's shrinking agricultural land. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent.
published: 14 Dec 2016
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Organic food, Egyptian style
Organic food is gaining a foothold in Egypt, contradicting the notion that sustainable agriculture is only for rich countries. Already well-established in the export market, organic food is now also selling well in local markets.
published: 23 Oct 2008
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The seeds of organic farming being sown in parts of Egypt
(8 Jul 2014) A small Egyptian organisation is aiming to educate local farmers about the benefits and methods of organic, sustainable farming.
The Nawaya group hopes to increase quality local produce as well as highlight the advantages of healthy, country living.
On the outskirts of Cairo, overlooked by the majestic Abu Sir pyramid, lie vast green farmlands, home to the Nawaya nongovernmental organisation.
The word "Nawaya" in Arabic has many meanings, including "intentions" and "the first sprout of a seed".
The NGO was founded by activists trying to bridge the gap between the city and farmlands, by educating both city residents and farmers about the benefits of cleaner food production.
Sara El Sayed, one of the co-founders says, "The idea was to create a model of permaculture, in an...
published: 03 Aug 2015
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THEY GREENED EGYPTS DESERT and TURNED it into a MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS!!!
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa and the country includes parts of the Sahara Desert. Its a harsh environment where winds create prolific sand dunes that peak at more than 30m high.
A whopping 96% of Egypt is officially desert, most of the country is inhospitable, since temperatures can soar to 50c and there is also very little to no rainfall.
Egypt also has a large population of just over 102 million and 90% of the population live in the remaining 4% of the countries landmass along the Nile River valley and delta.
It has a rich history being one of the earliest cradles of civilization, the agricultural productivity at the time made it the breadbasket for the region and has long supported a large rural population devoted to working the land.
Present-day Egypt, ...
published: 25 Sep 2022
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Final Organic Food in Egypt
published: 07 Dec 2016
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Organic Egypt
For more information
Please visit our website
https://organicegypt.org/
Organic agriculture in Egypt dates back to the mid-1970s, though it should be pointed out that until the 1940s, Egyptian farmers used no fertilizers or pesticides on their crops. Prior to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the Nile's annual flood swamped farmland and left behind a thick layer of fertile soil, which nurtured the land naturally.
The development of new farming technologies in the sector of conventional agriculture has led to a tremendous growth during the past decades. Though, the related costs of such growth are significant and oftentimes hidden. Well known effects of intensive agriculture are topsoil depletion, groundwater pollution and scarcity and increasing cost of production. Today, Organic...
published: 04 Oct 2020
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This Organic Farm and Eco-lodge in Nuweiba is Leading the Way in Egyptian Agro-Tourism
Initially a modest camp setup by a couple looking to escape the rigours of city life, Nuweiba’s Habiba Organic Farm (HOF) and Eco-Lodge has emerged not only as ...
Initially a modest camp setup by a couple looking to escape the rigours of city life, Nuweiba’s Habiba Organic Farm (HOF) and Eco-Lodge has emerged not only as a unique beachside getaway, but a trailblazer in agro-tourism in Egypt.
Certified by World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, an international organisation that promotes agro-tourism, owners Maged and Loreina El Saeed offer volunteers from across the world free accommodation and meals in exchange for work on the farm and a taste the simple life.
The unique set-up feeds into the owners’ goal of sustaining themselves and the lodge, as well as giving back to the local Bedouin communities that welcomed them so warmly when Habiba was just nothing but a simple idea. Even engineering and architecture students are welcomed to the lodge, where they’re given a chance to work on capstone projects by building and maintaining structures and facilities using nothing by 100% sustainable and upcycled materials.
Agro-tourism remains a fairly alien concept to Egypt, but Habiba has shown that in Sinai and in many other places across the country, it’s a potentially rich and fruitful form of niche tourism.
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Initially a modest camp setup by a couple looking to escape the rigours of city life, Nuweiba’s Habiba Organic Farm (HOF) and Eco-Lodge has emerged not only as a unique beachside getaway, but a trailblazer in agro-tourism in Egypt.
Certified by World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, an international organisation that promotes agro-tourism, owners Maged and Loreina El Saeed offer volunteers from across the world free accommodation and meals in exchange for work on the farm and a taste the simple life.
The unique set-up feeds into the owners’ goal of sustaining themselves and the lodge, as well as giving back to the local Bedouin communities that welcomed them so warmly when Habiba was just nothing but a simple idea. Even engineering and architecture students are welcomed to the lodge, where they’re given a chance to work on capstone projects by building and maintaining structures and facilities using nothing by 100% sustainable and upcycled materials.
Agro-tourism remains a fairly alien concept to Egypt, but Habiba has shown that in Sinai and in many other places across the country, it’s a potentially rich and fruitful form of niche tourism.
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- published: 21 Apr 2019
- views: 1314
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Support Organic Farming in Cairo with Tayyib Society
This video explains our motives and journey of our research to create a guide about organic farming in Cairo, Egypt.
This video explains our motives and journey of our research to create a guide about organic farming in Cairo, Egypt.
https://wn.com/Support_Organic_Farming_In_Cairo_With_Tayyib_Society
This video explains our motives and journey of our research to create a guide about organic farming in Cairo, Egypt.
- published: 26 Jul 2021
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THE ORGANIC PHARMACIST (100% natural products)
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WOW!! I've spent the last 24 hours living with Dr. Ahmed Salah at his home in a remote part of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. You guys are going to LOVE his story!!!
After getting inspired from meeting an Austrian tourist in his village 25 years ago, Dr. Ahmed has spent the last two decades educating himself on natural remedies to cure (almost) any kind of sickness. He grows EVERYTHING himself in his backyard -- I'm talking about hundreds of plants, vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices -- and crafts these 100% natural products into care packages to sell in his beautiful pharmacy. The craziest part about all of this is that we are in the middle of the desert!
Share this video with your friends if you feel inspired by Dr. Ahmed Salah -- I think the world could use a little bit of his positive energy these days.
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WOW!! I've spent the last 24 hours living with Dr. Ahmed Salah at his home in a remote part of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. You guys are going to LOVE his story!!!
After getting inspired from meeting an Austrian tourist in his village 25 years ago, Dr. Ahmed has spent the last two decades educating himself on natural remedies to cure (almost) any kind of sickness. He grows EVERYTHING himself in his backyard -- I'm talking about hundreds of plants, vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices -- and crafts these 100% natural products into care packages to sell in his beautiful pharmacy. The craziest part about all of this is that we are in the middle of the desert!
Share this video with your friends if you feel inspired by Dr. Ahmed Salah -- I think the world could use a little bit of his positive energy these days.
Follow @DrewBinsky on Instagram for more travel stories from every country in the world: https://instagram.com/drewbinsky
Thanks to @abdra_96 for the extra shots
#DrewBinsky #Egypt #Organic
TEXT ME! +1 310 349 3854, I will respond :)
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- published: 24 Sep 2020
- views: 233845
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Egyptian wheat farmers face a hard time
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Egypt's farmers are accusing the government of gambling...
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Egypt's farmers are accusing the government of gambling with the country's food security.
Egypt imports roughly 10 million tonnes of wheat a year. But this year, officials have cut imports of key commodities like wheat, betting that a big local harvest will make up the difference.
If farmers cannot make money growing wheat, many of them might switch to more lucrative crops in the future.
Al Jazeera's Rawya Rageh reports from Beni Suef.
At Al Jazeera English, we focus on people and events that affect people's lives. We bring topics to light that often go under-reported, listening to all sides of the story and giving a 'voice to the voiceless.'
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Egypt's farmers are accusing the government of gambling with the country's food security.
Egypt imports roughly 10 million tonnes of wheat a year. But this year, officials have cut imports of key commodities like wheat, betting that a big local harvest will make up the difference.
If farmers cannot make money growing wheat, many of them might switch to more lucrative crops in the future.
Al Jazeera's Rawya Rageh reports from Beni Suef.
At Al Jazeera English, we focus on people and events that affect people's lives. We bring topics to light that often go under-reported, listening to all sides of the story and giving a 'voice to the voiceless.'
Reaching more than 270 million households in over 140 countries across the globe, our viewers trust Al Jazeera English to keep them informed, inspired, and entertained.
Our impartial, fact-based reporting wins worldwide praise and respect. It is our unique brand of journalism that the world has come to rely on.
We are reshaping global media and constantly working to strengthen our reputation as one of the world's most respected news and current affairs channels.
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- published: 28 Apr 2013
- views: 21339
2:07
Hydroponic farming gaining traction in Cairo
A hydroponic farm is using less water than traditional farms, in a bid to combat Egypt's shrinking agricultural land. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants ...
A hydroponic farm is using less water than traditional farms, in a bid to combat Egypt's shrinking agricultural land. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent.
https://wn.com/Hydroponic_Farming_Gaining_Traction_In_Cairo
A hydroponic farm is using less water than traditional farms, in a bid to combat Egypt's shrinking agricultural land. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent.
- published: 14 Dec 2016
- views: 7373
1:55
Organic food, Egyptian style
Organic food is gaining a foothold in Egypt, contradicting the notion that sustainable agriculture is only for rich countries. Already well-established in the e...
Organic food is gaining a foothold in Egypt, contradicting the notion that sustainable agriculture is only for rich countries. Already well-established in the export market, organic food is now also selling well in local markets.
https://wn.com/Organic_Food,_Egyptian_Style
Organic food is gaining a foothold in Egypt, contradicting the notion that sustainable agriculture is only for rich countries. Already well-established in the export market, organic food is now also selling well in local markets.
- published: 23 Oct 2008
- views: 1417
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The seeds of organic farming being sown in parts of Egypt
(8 Jul 2014) A small Egyptian organisation is aiming to educate local farmers about the benefits and methods of organic, sustainable farming.
The Nawaya group ...
(8 Jul 2014) A small Egyptian organisation is aiming to educate local farmers about the benefits and methods of organic, sustainable farming.
The Nawaya group hopes to increase quality local produce as well as highlight the advantages of healthy, country living.
On the outskirts of Cairo, overlooked by the majestic Abu Sir pyramid, lie vast green farmlands, home to the Nawaya nongovernmental organisation.
The word "Nawaya" in Arabic has many meanings, including "intentions" and "the first sprout of a seed".
The NGO was founded by activists trying to bridge the gap between the city and farmlands, by educating both city residents and farmers about the benefits of cleaner food production.
Sara El Sayed, one of the co-founders says, "The idea was to create a model of permaculture, in an agricultural area, and to show that there are a lot of people who are interested in living a country life."
Permaculture is a land management technique that aims to develop indefinitely sustainable gardens modelled on natural ecosystems.
This involves natural fertilisation that comes with decaying vegetation and a variety of plants in one plot.
Nawaya activists are working to educate the farmers about the dangers of chemical dependency on the soil, in the form of chemical fertilisers or pesticides.
Ezzat Eid is one of the 10 local farmers who are currently working with Nawaya, breaking their dependence on chemical additives.
He feels that by employing methods taught to them by Nawaya, the Egyptian farmers were being taken "back to our roots and our heritage."
"I hope that the result of our work is that people don't look down at the countryside. On the contrary, people will be passionate about the well being of the countryside, because if the countryside is doing well, then we will continue to produce, and we will produce better quality products, and we will rely less on importing our produce," says El Sayed.
Along with sustainable agriculture, Nawaya is branching out to chicken breeding and beekeeping, all using their model of a chemical-free permaculture.
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(8 Jul 2014) A small Egyptian organisation is aiming to educate local farmers about the benefits and methods of organic, sustainable farming.
The Nawaya group hopes to increase quality local produce as well as highlight the advantages of healthy, country living.
On the outskirts of Cairo, overlooked by the majestic Abu Sir pyramid, lie vast green farmlands, home to the Nawaya nongovernmental organisation.
The word "Nawaya" in Arabic has many meanings, including "intentions" and "the first sprout of a seed".
The NGO was founded by activists trying to bridge the gap between the city and farmlands, by educating both city residents and farmers about the benefits of cleaner food production.
Sara El Sayed, one of the co-founders says, "The idea was to create a model of permaculture, in an agricultural area, and to show that there are a lot of people who are interested in living a country life."
Permaculture is a land management technique that aims to develop indefinitely sustainable gardens modelled on natural ecosystems.
This involves natural fertilisation that comes with decaying vegetation and a variety of plants in one plot.
Nawaya activists are working to educate the farmers about the dangers of chemical dependency on the soil, in the form of chemical fertilisers or pesticides.
Ezzat Eid is one of the 10 local farmers who are currently working with Nawaya, breaking their dependence on chemical additives.
He feels that by employing methods taught to them by Nawaya, the Egyptian farmers were being taken "back to our roots and our heritage."
"I hope that the result of our work is that people don't look down at the countryside. On the contrary, people will be passionate about the well being of the countryside, because if the countryside is doing well, then we will continue to produce, and we will produce better quality products, and we will rely less on importing our produce," says El Sayed.
Along with sustainable agriculture, Nawaya is branching out to chicken breeding and beekeeping, all using their model of a chemical-free permaculture.
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- published: 03 Aug 2015
- views: 6272
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THEY GREENED EGYPTS DESERT and TURNED it into a MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS!!!
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa and the country includes parts of the Sahara Desert. Its a harsh environment where winds create prolific s...
Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa and the country includes parts of the Sahara Desert. Its a harsh environment where winds create prolific sand dunes that peak at more than 30m high.
A whopping 96% of Egypt is officially desert, most of the country is inhospitable, since temperatures can soar to 50c and there is also very little to no rainfall.
Egypt also has a large population of just over 102 million and 90% of the population live in the remaining 4% of the countries landmass along the Nile River valley and delta.
It has a rich history being one of the earliest cradles of civilization, the agricultural productivity at the time made it the breadbasket for the region and has long supported a large rural population devoted to working the land.
Present-day Egypt, is largely urban. The capital city, Cairo, is one of the world’s largest urban agglomerations, with a large population of approximately 22 million people making it the 2nd most populated city in Africa.
The city of Cairo was founded in 4th millennium BC. Nearby, Giza is the site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx which attracts tourists from all over the world, travel and tourism contributed 5.1% to Egypt's GDP roughly $22 billion in 2021 but during historical times of political and civil unrest, these figures drop dramatically.
Its been reported that many social and environmental problems plagued the city, from lack of decent social housing and modern infrastructure, informal waste management, poor air quality and the city has also been considered dangerous for women.
Water scarcity is a massive issue for the country especially since Ethiopia is currently constructing a dam on the Blue Nile, the main tributary of the Nile River as a result Egypt is pouring 2.5 Billion in to desalination plants, to turn salt water into drinking water.
Food insecurity is also a major concern since Egypt imports more than 50% of its food and agricultural product needs.
This is why Egypt is now trying to turn this around by investing billions of dollars into ambitious infrastructure programs to re-green the barren landscape and create new farmland desert cities, to alleviate the pressure on its mega-city and become more food secure.
But turning the desert into farmland oasis is not always that easy, there have already been abandoned projects, that have costs millions of dollars.
However over the last 40 years Egypt has been making some astonishing developments turning large areas of desert sand into agricultural fields, by creating one of the largest organic farms in the middle east. Which has helped to improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, this transformation can be considered a major accomplishment, especially when a country receives on average 3 inches of rainfall per year.
In this video we are going to tell you how and why Egypt is turning its deserts into a farmland oasis...
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Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa and the country includes parts of the Sahara Desert. Its a harsh environment where winds create prolific sand dunes that peak at more than 30m high.
A whopping 96% of Egypt is officially desert, most of the country is inhospitable, since temperatures can soar to 50c and there is also very little to no rainfall.
Egypt also has a large population of just over 102 million and 90% of the population live in the remaining 4% of the countries landmass along the Nile River valley and delta.
It has a rich history being one of the earliest cradles of civilization, the agricultural productivity at the time made it the breadbasket for the region and has long supported a large rural population devoted to working the land.
Present-day Egypt, is largely urban. The capital city, Cairo, is one of the world’s largest urban agglomerations, with a large population of approximately 22 million people making it the 2nd most populated city in Africa.
The city of Cairo was founded in 4th millennium BC. Nearby, Giza is the site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx which attracts tourists from all over the world, travel and tourism contributed 5.1% to Egypt's GDP roughly $22 billion in 2021 but during historical times of political and civil unrest, these figures drop dramatically.
Its been reported that many social and environmental problems plagued the city, from lack of decent social housing and modern infrastructure, informal waste management, poor air quality and the city has also been considered dangerous for women.
Water scarcity is a massive issue for the country especially since Ethiopia is currently constructing a dam on the Blue Nile, the main tributary of the Nile River as a result Egypt is pouring 2.5 Billion in to desalination plants, to turn salt water into drinking water.
Food insecurity is also a major concern since Egypt imports more than 50% of its food and agricultural product needs.
This is why Egypt is now trying to turn this around by investing billions of dollars into ambitious infrastructure programs to re-green the barren landscape and create new farmland desert cities, to alleviate the pressure on its mega-city and become more food secure.
But turning the desert into farmland oasis is not always that easy, there have already been abandoned projects, that have costs millions of dollars.
However over the last 40 years Egypt has been making some astonishing developments turning large areas of desert sand into agricultural fields, by creating one of the largest organic farms in the middle east. Which has helped to improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, this transformation can be considered a major accomplishment, especially when a country receives on average 3 inches of rainfall per year.
In this video we are going to tell you how and why Egypt is turning its deserts into a farmland oasis...
Make sure to check out SEKEM for more info.
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- published: 25 Sep 2022
- views: 201229
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Organic Egypt
For more information
Please visit our website
https://organicegypt.org/
Organic agriculture in Egypt dates back to the mid-1970s, though it should be pointed...
For more information
Please visit our website
https://organicegypt.org/
Organic agriculture in Egypt dates back to the mid-1970s, though it should be pointed out that until the 1940s, Egyptian farmers used no fertilizers or pesticides on their crops. Prior to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the Nile's annual flood swamped farmland and left behind a thick layer of fertile soil, which nurtured the land naturally.
The development of new farming technologies in the sector of conventional agriculture has led to a tremendous growth during the past decades. Though, the related costs of such growth are significant and oftentimes hidden. Well known effects of intensive agriculture are topsoil depletion, groundwater pollution and scarcity and increasing cost of production. Today, Organic farming in Egypt is struggling with low productivity, the absence of good marketing structures and the absence of reliable and cost-effective certification options. Moreover, the area of agricultural land in Egypt is limited to the Nile Valley and delta, with a few oases and some arable land in Sinai. The total cultivated area is 3.6 million hectares of land, representing only 4% of the total land area of the country.
Organic Egypt was launched in 2018 to develop and enrich the organic agriculture sector in Egypt. Together with Egyptian farmers’ associations and local training centers, Organic Egypt empowers organic farmers and processors to expand the market for organic products. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) with the objective to increase the competitiveness of organic growers and processors in Egypt. The Project is implemented by the German partner “The educational association of the Bavarian Economy” (bbw gGmbH) and the “Partner of German Business” (Sequa gGmbH).
Improving the quality and quantity of organic grown products is described as one of the main project goals. In order to meet the global organic standards; we work in close cooperation with the associations to offer and create training programs and demand-driven services for their members. Furthermore, the project includes social & environmental principles that are developed within its partner associations to guarantee a holistic and sustainable approach within the organic sector.
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Organic agriculture in Egypt dates back to the mid-1970s, though it should be pointed out that until the 1940s, Egyptian farmers used no fertilizers or pesticides on their crops. Prior to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the Nile's annual flood swamped farmland and left behind a thick layer of fertile soil, which nurtured the land naturally.
The development of new farming technologies in the sector of conventional agriculture has led to a tremendous growth during the past decades. Though, the related costs of such growth are significant and oftentimes hidden. Well known effects of intensive agriculture are topsoil depletion, groundwater pollution and scarcity and increasing cost of production. Today, Organic farming in Egypt is struggling with low productivity, the absence of good marketing structures and the absence of reliable and cost-effective certification options. Moreover, the area of agricultural land in Egypt is limited to the Nile Valley and delta, with a few oases and some arable land in Sinai. The total cultivated area is 3.6 million hectares of land, representing only 4% of the total land area of the country.
Organic Egypt was launched in 2018 to develop and enrich the organic agriculture sector in Egypt. Together with Egyptian farmers’ associations and local training centers, Organic Egypt empowers organic farmers and processors to expand the market for organic products. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) with the objective to increase the competitiveness of organic growers and processors in Egypt. The Project is implemented by the German partner “The educational association of the Bavarian Economy” (bbw gGmbH) and the “Partner of German Business” (Sequa gGmbH).
Improving the quality and quantity of organic grown products is described as one of the main project goals. In order to meet the global organic standards; we work in close cooperation with the associations to offer and create training programs and demand-driven services for their members. Furthermore, the project includes social & environmental principles that are developed within its partner associations to guarantee a holistic and sustainable approach within the organic sector.
- published: 04 Oct 2020
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