Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, and Dr. Sherif Farouk, Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, met to discuss setting indicative prices for purchasing wheat, sugar beets, and sugar cane from farmers for the new season. The meeting aimed to encourage the cultivation of strategic crops, reduce imports, and increase farmers' incomes. Emphasizing the importance of coordination between the Ministries of Agriculture, Supply, and Finance, the ministers focused on achieving food security and supporting farmers. They also explored joint cooperation on revitalizing the commodity stock exchange, activating contract farming, and expanding the availability of basic commodities.