Algeria to Become Self-Sufficient in Durum Wheat by 2026
14:11 16.06.2025 (Updated: 14:57 16.06.2025)
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Algeria to Become Self-Sufficient in Durum Wheat by 2026
The milestone is attributed to record harvests and a refined agricultural strategy, according to Minister of Agriculture Youcef Chorfa.
The 2024/2025 crop is expected to yield up to 80 quintals per hectare in the southern regions and significant improvements in the north, he said.
Factors driving the success:
🟠enhanced land management and farmer education;
🟠introduction of wheat varieties tailored to the local climate;
🟠modernization of agricultural infrastructure.
Expected outcomes:
🟠reduced reliance on imports;
🟠preservation of foreign currency reserves;
🟠strengthened food sovereignty for the nation.
The milestone is attributed to record harvests and a refined agricultural strategy, according to Minister of Agriculture Youcef Chorfa.
The 2024/2025 crop is expected to yield up to 80 quintals per hectare in the southern regions and significant improvements in the north, he said.
Factors driving the success:
🟠enhanced land management and farmer education;
🟠introduction of wheat varieties tailored to the local climate;
🟠modernization of agricultural infrastructure.
Expected outcomes:
🟠reduced reliance on imports;
🟠preservation of foreign currency reserves;
🟠strengthened food sovereignty for the nation.
