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Oman Invests $4.2B in Agriculture for Food Security
3 Jun
Summary
- Oman is developing a $4.2 billion agriculture project.
- The goal is to produce 80% of the nation's food by 2040.
- Cloud seeding stations aim to increase rainfall for crops.
Oman has commenced work on a substantial $4.2 billion agricultural development project situated in the Batinah region. This initiative is a critical component of the nation's broader strategy to significantly decrease its reliance on imported food supplies.
The ambitious undertaking aims to ensure that Oman can produce 80% of the food it consumes by the year 2040. This target addresses the persistent challenge of food security faced by Gulf countries due to arid climates and limited water resources.
To support this goal, Oman has established numerous cloud seeding stations, primarily in the Batinah region and other northern areas. The government claims these stations have contributed to a notable 14% increase in rainfall. Furthermore, the agriculture ministry has allocated over 800 million rials (approximately $2 billion) to around 400 food security projects in recent years, expanding arable land by 50,000 square kilometers.
