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Jordan Times
10-03-2025
- Science
- Jordan Times
King inaugurates National Seed Bank
His Majesty King Abdullah inaugurated the National Seed Bank, affiliated with the National Agricultural Research Centre in Ain Al Basha, Balqa. The seed bank, which includes state-of-the-art laboratories, aims to preserve plants' genetic data to ensure the sustainability of agriculture and enhance food security (Photo courtesy of Royal Court) Seed bank aims to store plants' genetic data to preserve genetic diversity, ensure sustainability of food security Bank includes state-of-the-art laboratories, old seed samples, oldest of which dates back to 1927 AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the National Seed Bank, affiliated with the National Agricultural Research Centre in Ain Al Basha, Balqa. The seed bank aims to store plants' genetic data to preserve genetic diversity and ensure sustainability of agriculture and food security for future generations, a Royal Court statement said. His Majesty toured the seed bank and was briefed on how it seeks to improve the quality of seeds to contribute to the development of the agricultural sector and the production of new varieties. The National Seed Bank includes state-of-the-art laboratories and old seed samples, the oldest of which dates back to 1927, to serve researchers and academics at universities and scientific research centres specialised in agricultural research and development. It aims to support agriculture in countering the effects of climate change, water scarcity, growing populations, and disruptions to global food systems and food supply chains by preserving crop diversity, and providing healthy and sustainable food, according to the seed bank's acting director, Khaled Abu Hammour, the statement said. The National Seed Bank has seed storage rooms, drying, processing and testing facilities, and a storage capacity of 50,000 samples. Its cryogenic technology helps extend the viability of seeds from 10 years to 100 years in some plant species, ensuring continued agricultural life for generations to come. The seed bank was established at a cost of nearly JD3.8 million, including JD3 million in funding from the Hashemite University. The seed bank was established as an extension of the seed storage unit created in 1993 at theNational Agricultural Research Centre, in line with the National Plan for Sustainable Agriculture (2022-2025) and National Food Security Strategy, which is within the Economic Modernisation Vision for Jordan's agriculture sector, according to the statement. Royal Hashemite Court Chief Yousef Issawi, Director of the Office of His Majesty Alaa Batayneh, Agriculture Minister Khaled Hneifat, and President of the Hashemite University Khaled Hyari attended the inauguration.
Zawya
21-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan: Agriculture Ministry signs $7mln agreement to establish citrus, vegetable processing facility
AMMAN: The Ministry of Agriculture on Thursday signed a JD5-million agreement to establish a comprehensive citrus and vegetable processing centre, which will include grading, packing, waxing and sorting facilities, as well as cold storage for around 12,000 tonnes of produce. The project aims to bridge the gap between demand and local production year-round, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra. The agreement was signed by Minister of Agriculture Khaled Hneifat, along with President of the Jordan Valley Citrus Farmers Cooperative Association Ahmed Ghazawi, Mayor of Sharhabil Bin Hasna Municipality Mohammed Maraiha and Mayor of Tabaqat Fahl Municipality Katheeb Ghazawi. This project is in line with the Royal modernisation vision, which seeks to develop various sectors, and the National Plan for Sustainable Agriculture (2022-2025). The plan's focuses on boosting the agricultural sector, upgrading its value chain, fostering innovation, improving services and expanding exports. The ministry said that the project was prompted by "significant" gaps in the production and supply chains during certain agricultural seasons, which have resulted in price fluctuations. The new centre will address these challenges by balancing supply and demand, ensuring a stable stockpile to enhance food security and creating new employment opportunities. The ministry highlighted that efficient harvesting requires specialised skills, including training on optimal picking techniques, precise timing and best practices for sorting, grading, waxing and cold storage. The agreement also highlighted the importance of investment in advanced water technologies to improve long-term agricultural competitiveness. By encouraging private investment, the project aims to boost the income-generating capacity of farmer cooperatives and strengthen their market position. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
20-02-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Agriculture Ministry signs JD5m agreement to establish citrus, vegetable processing facility
The project aims to bridge the gap between demand and local production year-round (Photo courtesy of AMMAN — The Ministry of Agriculture on Thursday signed a JD5-million agreement to establish a comprehensive citrus and vegetable processing centre, which will include grading, packing, waxing and sorting facilities, as well as cold storage for around 12,000 tonnes of produce. The project aims to bridge the gap between demand and local production year-round, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra. The agreement was signed by Minister of Agriculture Khaled Hneifat, along with President of the Jordan Valley Citrus Farmers Cooperative Association Ahmed Ghazawi, Mayor of Sharhabil Bin Hasna Municipality Mohammed Maraiha and Mayor of Tabaqat Fahl Municipality Katheeb Ghazawi. This project is in line with the Royal modernisation vision, which seeks to develop various sectors, and the National Plan for Sustainable Agriculture (2022-2025). The plan's focuses on boosting the agricultural sector, upgrading its value chain, fostering innovation, improving services and expanding exports. The ministry said that the project was prompted by "significant" gaps in the production and supply chains during certain agricultural seasons, which have resulted in price fluctuations. The new centre will address these challenges by balancing supply and demand, ensuring a stable stockpile to enhance food security and creating new employment opportunities. The ministry highlighted that efficient harvesting requires specialised skills, including training on optimal picking techniques, precise timing and best practices for sorting, grading, waxing and cold storage. The agreement also highlighted the importance of investment in advanced water technologies to improve long-term agricultural competitiveness. By encouraging private investment, the project aims to boost the income-generating capacity of farmer cooperatives and strengthen their market position.
