Food Imports Under Review

MP Ayman Mohseb submitted a request for a government briefing on reviewing agricultural policy and prioritizing production in line with water resources and market needs, with the aim of strengthening food security and reducing the import bill. He noted that Egyptian agricultural exports reached about $11.5 billion, totaling 9.5 million tonnes in 2025, while average wheat imports stood at around 11.4 million tonnes a year over the past decade—roughly half of domestic consumption. He called for a national plan to reduce agricultural losses, including an estimated 40–45 million tonnes of agricultural waste annually, improve water-use efficiency, and develop agricultural extension services, storage and transport, while supporting high-yielding local varieties that can withstand climatic conditions.

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