Food security is major challenge at present: Agriculture Minister

YemenExtra

SH.A.

Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, Ghazi Mohsen, on Saturday said that food security is one of the most important challenges during the current period under the coalition and siege.

During a meeting of directors of agriculture offices in provinces and agricultural institutions, the minister called for placing an emergency and exceptional work plan for the development of the agricultural sector and food security programs in Yemen.

The minister urged to join efforts and work to overcome the difficulties facing the implementation of various agricultural programs and activities.

The meeting reviewed ideas, plans and objectives to reach a comprehensive plan focusing on achieving the food security requirements in the country.