Ministry of Agriculture (Palestine)

Ministry of Agriculture

وزارة الزراعة
Agency overview
Jurisdiction	Palestine
Headquarters	Ramallah, Palestine
Agency executive	Riad Attari, Minister

The Palestinian Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for the development and implementation of agricultural policies and programs in Palestine. Its main goal is to promote sustainable agricultural practices, increase productivity, and ensure food security in the country. Riad Attari is the current minister. ^[1]

Overview

The Ministry works towards achieving these goals by providing technical assistance and support to farmers, promoting research and development in the agriculture sector, and implementing programs that address the needs of rural communities. ^{[2] [3]}

Some of the key areas of focus for the Ministry of Agriculture in Palestine include: ^[4]

• Sustainable agriculture: The Ministry aims to promote sustainable farming practices that are environmentally friendly and socially responsible. This includes promoting the use of organic farming methods, reducing the use of pesticides and fertilizers, and promoting crop diversification.
• Food security: Ensuring that all Palestinians have access to adequate and nutritious food is a top priority for the Ministry. This includes supporting small-scale farmers, promoting local food production, and improving the distribution and accessibility of food in the country.
• Rural development: The Ministry works to promote the development of rural areas in Palestine by providing support for small-scale farmers and promoting the creation of agricultural cooperatives. It also works to improve access to infrastructure and basic services in rural communities.
• Research and development: The Ministry supports research and development in the agriculture sector in order to improve crop yields, develop new technologies and practices, and promote innovation in the industry.

References

1. "State of Palestine - Council of Ministers".
2. "Ministry of Agriculture". Passia.
3. "Forests in Palestine" (PDF). un.org. Retrieved 2 March 2024.
4. "FDIs and Agricultural Productivity in Palestine" (PDF). comcec.org. Retrieved 2 March 2024.