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Muscat Daily
7 days ago
- Business
- Muscat Daily
MAFWR moves to boost honey industry
Muscat – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) held a high-level meeting in Muscat on Tuesday to discuss the development of Oman's beekeeping sector and ways to increase the added value of locally produced honey. The session was chaired by H E Dr Ahmed bin Nasser al Bakri, Undersecretary for Agricultural Resources in MAFWR, and attended by beekeepers, officials from honey export and import companies, and representatives from the ministry. Participants reviewed key economic indicators, identified sector challenges, and discussed proposals to improve production and raise the quality of Omani honey for better competitiveness in both domestic and international markets. H E Bakri described the beekeeping sector as an important part of national food security and a potential contributor to economic diversification. He called for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure sustainability and implement best practices in honey production and marketing. Omani honey, particularly Sidr and Samr varieties, is valued for its quality, attributed to the country's biodiversity and unique flora in the region.
Muscat Daily
06-05-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman to open first camel cheese plant in Dhofar
Salalah – Oman is set to open its first camel cheese production facility in Rakhiout, Dhofar, as part of a broader initiative to develop the camel milk sector and support rural livelihoods. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources signed an agreement on Tuesday with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), with funding from the Al Jisr Foundation. The project is part of the initiative titled 'Strengthening the Camel Milk and Derivatives Value Chain through Empowering Women Producers'. The plant is expected to begin operations in the first quarter of 2026. It will initially process between 500 litres and two tonnes of camel milk daily, with production projected to rise to five tonnes by the end of the first year and more than 15 tonnes in later phases. Output will include fresh and semi-hard cheeses in various flavours, with future plans to produce hard cheese, condensed milk, milk candy, and ice cream. Officials said that producing one kilogram of camel cheese requires between eight and twelve litres of milk. The project will directly involve 20 rural women from the Omani Women's Association in Rakhiout, who have undergone capacity-building programmes covering dairy production, food safety, quality control, finance, and marketing. 'This project represents a strategic investment in human capital and the infrastructure of the food sector in Oman, particularly Omani camel products, which have the potential to compete in regional and global markets when the environment is favourable,' said Dr Thaer Yaseen, Acting FAO Representative in Oman. He added that the facility will be built by a local company in Dhofar and meet international standards of quality and food safety. The agreement was signed in the presence of H E Dr Ahmed bin Nasser al Bakri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources for Agriculture. The project aims to promote sustainable rural employment and improve the marketing and production of camel dairy products in the sultanate. Dhofar Governorate is a major centre of camel breeding in Oman.
Observer
13-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
RO 1.8 million usufruct deals to boost agricultural and livestock sectors
MUSCAT: In a strategic move to enhance food security and promote self-sufficiency, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, has signed 11 usufruct contracts for agricultural and livestock projects with a total investment value exceeding RO 1.8 million. The agreements cover an estimated 800 acres of land distributed across various governorates in Oman. The newly signed contracts are aimed at enabling investors to develop high-quality agricultural and livestock ventures that will boost local production, improve land-use efficiency and integrate advanced farming technologies. These initiatives are expected to strengthen food supply chains while creating new economic opportunities in the targeted regions. The projects span the governorates of Al Batinah North, Al Batinah South, Al Sharqiyah North, Al Dakhiliyah and Musandam. They include a range of activities such as citrus cultivation and production, broiler poultry breeding, the development of an animal feed centre, greenhouse vegetable farming; and the production and marketing of golden onions. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Eng Hamad bin Ali al Nazwani, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning for Housing and Dr Ahmed bin Nasser al Bakri, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources for Agriculture. — ONA
Muscat Daily
13-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman signs RO1.8mn contracts in agriculture, livestock sectors
Muscat – In a bid to enhance food security and encourage private sector investments in agriculture, the government has signed 11 usufruct agreements for agricultural and livestock projects valued at over RO1.8mn. The contracts, covering about 325 hectares of land across five governorates, were signed by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources. The signing ceremony was attended by H E Eng Hamad bin Ali al Nazwani, Undersecretary for Housing, and H E Dr Ahmed bin Nasser al Bakri, Undersecretary for Agriculture. The initiative is aimed at increasing local food production, improving land use, and integrating modern farming techniques into agricultural and livestock operations. The agreements are expected to strengthen Oman's food supply chain and contribute to the development of the rural economy. 'The goal is to create viable and sustainable agricultural and livestock projects that align with national food security strategies and generate employment opportunities,' said officials at the signing. The projects are spread across the governorates of North Batinah, South Batinah, North Sharqiyah, Dakhliyah and Musandam. They cover a wide range of activities including citrus farming, broiler poultry production, development of animal feed crops, greenhouse vegetable cultivation, and the production and marketing of golden onions.
Observer
22-03-2025
- Health
- Observer
Oman enhances vet waste management with Beah
MUSCAT: In a strategic move to enhance environmental sustainability and ensure the safe management of hazardous waste, Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (Beah) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources. The agreement focuses on the collection, transportation and treatment of healthcare waste generated by government veterinary clinics affiliated with the ministry. The agreement was signed by Dr Ahmed bin Nasser al Bakri, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources for Agriculture and Jassim bin Mohammed al Wahaibi, General Manager of Healthcare Waste Management at Beah. The collaboration aligns with national efforts to establish a more efficient and environmentally responsible waste management system, particularly for veterinary clinics handling biohazardous materials. Under this agreement, Beah will implement advanced waste management solutions to handle veterinary healthcare waste in compliance with the highest approved environmental and safety standards. The initiative is expected to reduce ecological risks and enhance public health by ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous materials. Jassim al Wahaibi emphasised that this agreement reinforces Beah's commitment to providing integrated waste management solutions. He noted that the company remains dedicated to adopting cutting-edge technologies and best practices to manage healthcare waste efficiently, in alignment with global environmental standards. Dr Al Bakri highlighted the Ministry's commitment to implementing sustainable environmental practices within the veterinary sector. He stressed that this partnership would play a crucial role in protecting human and animal health while ensuring the highest levels of operational efficiency in veterinary services across the Sultanate of Oman. This agreement represents a significant step forward in Oman's ongoing efforts to achieve environmental sustainability and aligns with the nation's Oman Vision 2040 goals. Through this collaboration, the country continues to prioritise responsible waste management strategies that benefit both the environment and public health. — ONA
