Wheat production in Oman increased by 229% thanks to improved irrigation

Published 2024년 1월 17일

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Wheat production in Oman has increased by 229% in the 2022-2023 season, with 7,119 tons of wheat produced, compared to 2,169 tons in the previous season. This increase is attributed to the introduction of modern irrigation technologies, such as sprinkler systems, which have improved crop cultivation and harvest efficiency. The Ministry of Agriculture has formed a partnership with the Oman Flour Mills Company to ensure the purchase of locally harvested wheat from Omani farmers, with approximately 5,000 tons purchased in the 2022-23 season.

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According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, wheat production in Oman has increased to 7,119 tons in the 2022-2023 season. This shows a significant increase of 229% compared to the previous season's yield of 2,169 tons, Muscatdaily reports. The area planted to wheat increased to 6,359.35 acres (2,573 hectares), a 160% increase over the previous agricultural season. The number of wheat farmers increased by 22% in 2022-2023, indicating an upward trend in the sector. The increase in production is explained in particular by the introduction of modern irrigation technologies with a noticeable transition to sprinkler systems, which improve the cultivation of agricultural crops and the efficiency of the harvest. The Ministry has entered into a strategic alliance with the Oman Flour Mills Company, ensuring the purchase of locally harvested wheat from Omani farmers. Thanks to this partnership, the company purchased approximately 5,000 tons of wheat in ...

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