Tunisian Agriculture Minister Stresses Need for Improved Coordination Ahead of Harvest Season
Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries Ezzeddine Ben Cheikh emphasized the imperative need to optimize coordination among all stakeholders and intensify efforts on the ground to ensure the success of the upcoming harvest and cereal collection season.
According to an official statement from the ministry, these directives were issued following a working session held on Tuesday. The meeting was specifically dedicated to monitoring the level of preparation of various actors in the sector for the collection season, in the presence of officials from the Office of Cereals, the Office of Animal Feed, as well as representatives from regional commissions and collectors.
The ministry also noted that the Office of Cereals has already concluded agreements with collection centers to ensure the viability and operational readiness of the system before the official start of the season. Participants in the meeting reviewed various organizational, logistical, and technical aspects related to harvest and storage operations.
In line with this dynamic, the ministry has decided to maintain the storage centers leased during the previous season. This strategic approach aims to strengthen the country's national collection capacity and optimize its ability to absorb expected volumes of cereals in different regions of the country.
Key Points:
- The Tunisian government is prioritizing improved coordination among stakeholders to ensure a successful harvest and cereal collection season.
- The Office of Cereals has concluded agreements with collection centers to ensure operational readiness before the start of the season.
- The ministry has decided to maintain storage centers leased during the previous season to strengthen the country's national collection capacity.
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