Khartoum: Lieutenant General Mohamed Ahmed Hassan met Wednesday with Sudanese Agricultural Bank General Manager Salah Abdel Rahim to discuss support for the agricultural sector. The meeting focused on addressing challenges faced by the sector, particularly the impact of the ongoing war on the banking system.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Wali praised the bank's efforts in supporting producers despite the difficulties posed by the conflict. He emphasized the need for solutions to tackle low crop prices, especially for sorghum, and called for increased financing for small farmers and cash crops. The discussions highlighted the necessity of financial support to boost production and stabilize the agricultural economy in the region.
Abdel Rahim provided insights into the bank's recovery efforts from war-related losses. He mentioned that the bank is expanding its branches to enhance financial inclusion and is actively preparing to finance the upcoming agricultural season. Further, he announced plans to construct new grain silos and rehabilitate existing facilities in Al-Gadarif, which is expected to strengthen the region's storage infrastructure and support the agricultural supply chain.