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North Al Batinah governorate succeeds in cultivation of 175 acres of fruit trees in 2025
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North Al Batinah governorate succeeds in cultivation of 175 acres of fruit trees in 2025

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • The North Al Batinah Governorate in Oman successfully cultivated 175 acres of fruit trees in 2025.
  • The project aimed to enhance food security, introduce new fruit varieties, and support local farmers.
  • It successfully converted agricultural areas into economically viable farms, supplying local markets with high-quality products.

The Directorate General of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in North Al Batinah Governorate, Oman, has achieved a significant success by cultivating fruit trees across 175 acres in 2025. This initiative is a key step in bolstering the region's food security and diversifying its agricultural output.

Eng. Said bin Mohammed Al Adawi, Director of the Agricultural Development Department, stated that the project aligns with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources' strategic goals. The aim is to develop the fruit production sector, improve productivity, and provide essential support to local farmers through technical guidance and advanced technologies.

This initiative reflects the strategic goals made by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources to develop the fruit production sector in a manner that ensures improved productivity and supports local farmers.

— Eng. Said bin Mohammed Al AdawiExplaining the strategic importance and objectives of the fruit cultivation project.

The project has proven successful in transforming existing agricultural land into highly profitable farm areas. This development not only contributes to supplying local markets with premium national products but also promotes the adoption of modern farming systems within the region.

This approach contributes to supplying local markets with high-quality national products and localizing modern farming systems.

— Eng. Said bin Mohammed Al AdawiHighlighting the project's contribution to the local economy and agricultural development.
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