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Agriculture Minister Opens Middle East Export Conference
The Jordanian Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Saib Khreisat, revealed that the kingdom's exports of vegetables and fruits increased by 18.6% during the first eight months of 2026, reaching approximately 448,000 tons compared to 378,000 tons in the same period of 2025. He explained that the export share of vegetables was 19.1%, while that of fruits was 17.8%. He emphasized the importance of increasing added value and diversifying markets to enhance confidence in the agricultural sector’s capabilities, as well as leveraging Jordan's geographic position to connect regional production with European and Gulf markets. He stated that successful exportation requires offering high-quality products and ensuring continuous supply, with a focus on food manufacturing, packaging, storage, tracking, and building regional partnerships to promote cooperation among Arab Mashreq countries—especially in the face of global changes, increasing logistical challenges, and food security concerns.
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