Gafsa's seasonal potato crop estimated at 16,000 tons
The Plant Production Department in Gafsa estimated that approximately 16,000 tons of seasonal potatoes will be produced this season, maintaining the same level as last year. Harvesting began in early June, with a harvest rate of 20 percent. The crop is cultivated over an area of 500 hectares, with an expected yield of 32 tons per hectare. Production is concentrated mainly in the southern Gafsa, Sandid, Zanouch, and northern Gafsa districts. Additionally, the department organized awareness campaigns for farmers regarding proper handling methods for the produce. The price per ton was set at 1,200 dinars.
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