Characterization of the wheat production in irrigated lands in Egypt
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Mina Devkota Wasti. (30/11/2023). Characterization of the wheat production in irrigated lands in Egypt.
Abstract
In Egypt, wheat (Triticum aestivum) plays a pivotal role in the country’s agricultural and
economic landscape. It is the major component of the national diet and an essential contributor
to food security. Its cultivation in the country has a rich history dating back to ancient times.
The Nile Delta has always been an ideal location for wheat cultivation. Historically, Egypt was
known as the “Breadbasket of the Roman Empire”, highlighting
its crucial role in sustaining its population and neighbouring
regions. In the country, compared to all crops, it is grown in the
largest area (1.33 million ha) and the country produces 9.1
million tons of wheat (average productivity of 6.81 t ha-1)
(Source: Economic Affairs Sector, Ministry of Agriculture and
Land Reclamation, 2023). Compared to all crops, its cultivation
area is increasing in the country. However, it is meeting 50% of
the demand from the international market to fill the gap between
production and consumption (5.86 million t, one of the top 10th
largest importers), where the import value of wheat and wheat
products was 2.49 billion USD in 2021 (FAOSTAT, 2023).
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Devkota Wasti, Mina https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2348-4816