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Why Tomatoes Are Key to Egypt's Food Security
Tomatoes are one of the fundamental crops in Egypt's food security system, with an annual production ranging from 6.5 to 7.1 million tons. They are cultivated on approximately 382,000 feddans distributed across summer, winter, and off-season rotations to ensure year-round availability. The stability of production depends on several factors, including seed quality, climatic conditions, and the availability of production inputs. Emphasis is placed on producing high-yielding, disease-resistant, drought-tolerant, and salt-tolerant local seeds to enhance food security without expanding the cultivated land. A portion of the production is directed towards processing and export, thereby increasing the economic value of the crop. Developing seeds and hybrids is considered a vital strategy to boost per-feddan productivity and achieve sustainable food security in Egypt.
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