Egypt’s wheat production rose 9.8 million tonnes in the 2026/2027 season, marking a 6.5 per cent increase from the previous year, according to estimates by the United States Department of Agriculture.
The growth is driven by an expansion in cultivated land to 3.6 million feddans, coupled with higher government procurement prices designed to incentivise farmers.
The government continues to advance agricultural productivity through a comprehensive package of measures, including the introduction of high-yield crop varieties, strengthened agricultural extension services, and the distribution of certified seeds.
Efforts also encompass the establishment of demonstration fields, the adoption of raised-bed farming techniques, and the provision of fertilisers and mechanisation support, alongside ongoing upgrades to silos and storage infrastructure.
These initiatives are expected to reduce Egypt’s wheat imports to 12.5 million tonnes, underscoring the effectiveness of the state’s strategy to enhance domestic production and improve food security.
