Khartoum: The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation's Winter Season Committee concluded its final meeting, which was chaired by Minister Professor Issmat Gurashi. The meeting involved both federal and state officials who gathered to assess agricultural outcomes and strategize future plans.
According to Sudan News Agency, the committee's final report provided a comparative analysis between planned and actual cultivated areas. The report identified several impediments such as power shortages, rising production costs, and limited availability of agricultural inputs, particularly fuel. To address these challenges, the committee recommended enhancing the role of the Agricultural Bank, supporting cooperatives and small farmers, expanding renewable energy use, and adopting enabling agricultural policies.
The committee emphasized the importance of expanding cultivated areas with the aim of achieving self-sufficiency and boosting food security. It also called for advancements in agro-processing and sustainable resource management. Recommendations were made to enhance extension services, increase mechanization, and provide additional training to farmers.
In a significant announcement, Minister Gurashi stated that financing challenges have largely been resolved. He assured that the upcoming summer season will be fully funded through the Agricultural Bank. Additionally, he unveiled an ambitious plan to achieve full wheat self-sufficiency in the next season, which will be supported by coordinated fiscal and monetary policies.