During a visit to Egypt, USAID Administrator Mark Green initiated a $37 million project aimed at improving productivity in Egypt's agricultural sector. The initiative, named "Feed the Future," seeks to assist farmers in Upper Egypt by enhancing their self-reliance and enabling them to grow crops suitable for export that meet international standards.
The project aims to connect Egyptian farmers and food processors with both domestic and international markets. It will also provide access to financing and promote adherence to food safety standards. Additionally, it supports agribusinesses in modernizing food technology and delivery systems through upgrades in processing facilities, refrigeration trucks, and water-efficient irrigation systems.
In Esna, Mark Green stated, “At USAID, helping our partners to improve agricultural productivity is one of our highest priorities because advancing food security is an essential path to prosperity and self-reliance.”
Since 1978, the United States has invested $30 billion in Egypt’s human and economic development. More information about USAID's work in Egypt can be found at https://www.usaid.gov/egypt or on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter under @USAIDEgypt.