Oman Flour Mills begins receiving 2026 domestic wheat harvest from local farmers

Oman Flour Mills has commenced receiving the 2026 harvest of Omani wheat from farmers across the Sultanate, marking the sixth consecutive year of this initiative. The Omani Wheat Receiving and Purchasing Program is a key national strategic effort, implemented annually with direct support and integration from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources.

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The Omani Wheat Program represents one of the most successful national models for enhancing food security and supporting and empowering farmers.

The program plays a crucial role in empowering farmers, encouraging them to expand wheat cultivation as a strategic crop, and strengthening reliance on local production within food supply chains. The 2026 harvest season has seen growing participation from farmers across various governorates. Initial indicators suggest a stable number of participants and a diverse range of Omani wheat varieties. Furthermore, expectations point towards an increase in received quantities compared to previous seasons, underscoring the program's ongoing success and development.

Haitham bin Mohammed Al Fannah, CEO of Oman Flour Mills, highlighted the Omani Wheat Program as one of the most successful national models for enhancing food security and supporting farmers. He explained that the national partnership between the Ministry and the company has driven a significant advancement in Oman's wheat farming sector. This includes developing agricultural practices, increasing production efficiency, and motivating farmers through a stable and fair domestic market for their crop.

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the national partnership between the Ministry and the company has directly contributed to a qualitative leap in the wheat farming sector in the Sultanate of Oman

Al Fannah emphasized Oman Flour Mills' pivotal role in this system, receiving the harvest and transforming it into national food products. This process enhances local added value and supports the Sultanate's food security objectives. Faisal bin Salem Al-Mashani, Director of the CEO's Office at Oman Flour Mills, added that the procurement program is fundamental to bolstering farmers' confidence. It provides a stable marketing channel, positively impacting production quality and quantity, and increasing adherence to approved technical standards for cultivation and supply.

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the Omani wheat procurement program is a cornerstone in bolstering farmers' growing confidence.