Egypt’s Agricultural Exports Hit Record 7.5 Million Tons, Boosting Trade Balance, Rural Development

Egypt’s Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, announced that Egyptian agricultural exports have achieved a historic milestone this year, surpassing 7.5 million tons of fresh and processed products. This marks an increase of 650,000 tons compared to last year, significantly improving the country’s agricultural trade balance.

Farouk said the figures reflect both the steady growth in export volume and the success of Egypt’s national vision to shift toward high-value, export-oriented agriculture. He emphasized that the government’s policies to promote agricultural manufacturing and strengthen supply chains have helped advance sustainable development, support the national economy, and create new job opportunities—especially for youth and women in rural areas.

The minister made his remarks during the inauguration of a new agricultural export Factory in the industrial zone of Gamasa, Dakahlia Governorate. The event was attended by Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport; Major General Tarek Marzouk, Governor of Dakahlia; and Dr. Nahed Youssef, Head of the Industrial Development Authority, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Industry.

Farouk noted that the opening of the facility represents Egypt’s growing integration between modern agriculture, strong industry, and competitive exports, underscoring the government’s commitment to industrial expansion and export growth.

He added that the factory’s success in becoming Egypt’s largest exporter of sweet potatoes to the European Union highlights the high quality and international competitiveness of Egyptian agricultural products. Sweet potatoes have now become Egypt’s third most valuable agricultural export, following citrus fruits and potatoes.

“The launch of this plant is a testament to Egypt’s agricultural and industrial renaissance,” Farouk said. “It strengthens our food security, enhances the added value of our produce, and positions Egyptian exports as trusted brands in global markets.”

The visit is part of a series of regular inspections conducted by the Minister of Agriculture to industrial and production facilities nationwide to monitor operations and address challenges faced by producers.