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Zawya
4 hours ago
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- Zawya
Oman: Grape festival in North Sharqiyah targets farming innovation and jobs
Ibra – North Sharqiyah will host a grape festival from June 16, aimed at supporting local agriculture, promoting grape cultivation and encouraging youth-led ventures in the sector. Organised by the Office of the Governor of North Sharqiyah in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, the North Sharqiyah Grape Festival forms part of efforts to revitalise Oman's agricultural landscape. Grapes are among the most widely cultivated and commercially promising fruit crops in the sultanate. Organisers are expecting that the event will offer an opportunity to market Omani grapes, raise awareness about their economic potential, and encourage young people to view grape farming as a viable business. 'This festival will give a boost to agricultural projects that contribute to food security and the national economy,' a spokesperson said. 'It will also serve as a platform to inspire Omani youth to venture into agricultural entrepreneurship through investment in the production and marketing of grapes – a crop that is widely cultivated in several wilayats of the governorate.' The event will showcase innovations, highlight success stories of local farmers, and promote the exchange of technical knowledge. Organisers also hope to promote community awareness about the sector's potential, expand grape cultivation areas, and improve annual output over the coming years. The initiative seeks to open new marketing channels, attract private sector participation across the grape value chain, and develop the concept of contract farming in coordination with agricultural associations. These steps are expected to create new jobs for Omanis and strengthen the sector's role in rural development. Festival activities will include exhibitions of grape products and handicrafts, expert-led discussions on farming practices, cultural contests, and entertainment programmes for children. With rising interest in agricultural tourism and food security, the North Sharqiyah Grape Festival is expected to attract visitors from across the country and the wider region. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
29-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: South Sharqiyah invites bids for sustainable tourism projects
Sur – South Sharqiyah has announced several tourism and development projects across its wilayats, inviting qualified companies and investors to take part in the bidding process. This is part of a broader strategy to enhance tourism infrastructure and stimulate local economic growth. Tenders issued by South Sharqiyah Governor's Office cover a range of infrastructure works aimed at improving public amenities and boosting visitor appeal. A key project includes construction of a waterfront in the Al Bar area of Sur, planned as a recreational hub to make use of the wilayat's coastal location along the Sea of Oman. Proposals are sought for a pedestrian walkway and public park in Jalan Bani Bu Hassan intended to create green spaces for residents and tourists. The project will support the goal of improving quality of life while promoting environmentally friendly leisure options. The Ras al Hadd waterfront, known for its ecological significance, is also part of the governorate's tender announcement. Home to endangered green turtles and pristine beaches, the area is being positioned as a potential site for sustainable tourism and conservation-linked investment. 'These projects reflect our commitment to harnessing the governorate's natural and cultural assets in a way that benefits both residents and visitors,' said an official at the Governor's Office. 'We are focused on sustainable, high-impact developments that support Oman Vision 2040 objectives, especially in terms of regional growth, private sector engagement and job creation.' According to the official, the developments are part of a long-term plan to promote South Sharqiyah's environmental and cultural features, encourage private sector participation and generate employment for local communities. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
North Sioux City meeting: South Dakota set to get millions for disaster recovery
NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. (KCAU) — Wednesday night, members of the North Sioux City community gathered to learn more about how the federal disaster relief funding will work. The meeting took place at city hall, where city officials and the South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development talked to a room of residents about long-term recovery funds. The state is set to get more than $15 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. It comes from the Community Development Block Grant's Disaster Recovery Program. The funds are for the severe weather that hit South Dakota in 2024. 2 air conditioning units stolen from Siouxland Habitat for Humanity project Some of the regulations in order to use the money include having at least 70% of the funds go toward projects directly impacting low-and-moderate income persons. 'When you look at this program in totality, I think there are a lot of regulations with it as with all grant money, but we want to try and be able to utilize this money within the regulations but be able to allow our city to leverage other assets,' said North Sioux City City Administrator Jeff Dooley. State officials say the money can be used for long-term recovery projects. Residents were able to talk with South Dakota authorities in-person about what the funds would mean for their community. Tuition increases proposed for all 3 Iowa universities 'Let's figure out a way to make it so that we all benefit. We want to be here and establish a good relationship to get to know you. We hope you get to know us a little bit, and we understand that this has been a difficult time for you, so we want to try to be good partners as we move forward,' said Governor's Office of Economic Development Deputy Commissioner Joe Fiala. The South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development is working on putting together and finalizing an action plan to be sent to HUD officials. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Reuters
08-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Marathon refinery in Carson, California, reports flaring due to process upset
NEW YORK, May 8 (Reuters) - Marathon Petroleum (MPC.N), opens new tab on Thursday reported flaring at its 365,000-barrel-per-day (bpd) refinery in Carson, California, according to a regulatory filing on Thursday. The flaring event was due to a process upset, the Governor's Office Emergency Services filing said. It released more than 500 pounds of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere. A Marathon spokesperson declined to comment on refining operations beyond the filing.
