Egypt may plant 2 million acres of wheat to compensate for Ukraine war
Starting with an extra 250,000 acres, Egypt plans to cultivate 2 million more acres of wheat within two years, to ensure food security, especially after the outbreak of war between Russia and Ukraine, from which Egypt imports the majority of its wheat.
CAIRO — Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced on Feb. 23 that Egypt has so far succeeded in planting an additional 250,000 acres of wheat, which will be increased to 1 million acres by next year, and 2 million the year after.
This endeavor is part of the government’s efforts to ensure Egyptian food security, especially after the outbreak of the war between Russia and Ukraine, from which Egypt imports the majority of its wheat.
