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المملكة: The environment is considering expanding the cultivation


Detected The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture on its orientation to study the expansion of the cultivation of the “smoker” crop, which is one of the treasures of local agriculture, due to its high nutritional value and its superior ability to bear the harsh climatic conditions such as dryness and High temperatures , which makes it a strategic crop supporting food security in the Kingdom." target ="_Blank"> Makkah Al -Mukarramah Region , represented by the Al -Kamil Governorate Office, where a specialized committee visited a number of farms produced for the crop in its traditional homeland in Wadi Si, to determine his agricultural status and evaluate the potential of his development. Scientifically to the Najeel family, known for its ability to adapt to dry and semi -dry environments, which explains the success of its historical cultivation in areas of high temperatures and rains. The past five, which is what the ministry seeks to address. In addition to entering the manufacture of high -quality animal feed such as silage, hay, fish and poultry, its proteins are used in the pharmaceutical industries, and its components in the production of cosmetics and skin and hair care products, as well as extracting starch and oils from its seeds. Integrated to support farmers and develop local production, which includes providing improved seeds and providing technical recommendations and training, in addition to creating five new agricultural cities for investment. Other from the Kingdom.

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