This year, Egypt cut the import of wheat by 17 percent.

In 2025, Egypt reduced wheat imports by 17% compared to the previous year, which led to a decrease in costs by $230-250 million, announced the country's Supply Minister Sherif Farouk, as cited by international news agencies. According to Farouk, the reduction in wheat purchases on international markets was achieved thanks to the increase in the procurement of domestically produced grain. The campaign ended in August, with 4 million tons of wheat ...