On Tuesday, the Egyptian Minister of Trade and Industry Nevine Gamea said that Egypt is among the top 10 suppliers of fertilizers worldwide. Speaking at the opening of the Arab Fertilizer Union’s annual international economic forum, Gamea also called Egypt’s fertilizer industry one of the most important strategic industrial sectors in contributing to food security and sustainable agricultural development. According to Gamea, the Egyptian government is keen to support and develop its fertilizer industry due to its positive impact on sustainable agricultural development. Gamea stated that many fertilizer-producing companies have adopted industrial strategies aimed at developing production processes and upgrading the quality of produced fertilizers. She stressed the importance of enhancing regional and international cooperation between companies and institutions working in the fertilizer industry.

Source: Egypt Independent April 07, 2021 09:00 UTC