Egypt's agricultural exports have exceeded 7.2 million tonnes so far in 2025, marking an increase of more than 600,000 tonnes compared to the same period last year, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk announced. The data was presented in an official report by Mohamed El-Mansi, Head of the Central Administration of Agricultural Quarantine at the Agricultural Services and Follow-up Sector. The report highlights the continued momentum of Egypt's agricultural sector and outlines export volumes by crop. According to the figures, citrus fruits topped the list of exports at over 1.9 million tonnes, maintaining Egypt's global competitiveness in this category. Fresh potatoes ranked second with more than 1.3 million tonnes, followed by fresh onions at over 256,000 tonnes. Fresh and dry beans came fourth with more than 231,000 tonnes, and sweet potatoes rounded out the top five at over 190,000 tonnes. Additional key export crops this season included grapes, mangoes, fresh tomatoes, garlic, pomegranates, strawberries, and guavas. Minister Farouk emphasized that the consistent growth of agricultural exports reflects the sector's increasing productivity and international competitiveness. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to expanding Egypt's presence in global markets and upholding rigorous quality standards to ensure continued access to new export destinations. He attributed this success to the collective efforts of farmers, producers, exporters, and oversight bodies—including the Agricultural Quarantine Authority and accredited reference laboratories under the ministry. Farouk added that strategic international partnerships have also played a key role in enhancing Egypt's agricultural standing. The minister noted that the rise in agricultural exports is not only a sign of the sector's health but also a positive indicator of the Egyptian economy's resilience. He highlighted its contribution to foreign currency inflows, job creation, and national food security. El-Mansi, for his part, credited the surge in exports to Egypt's adoption of the latest international agricultural standards, which safeguard product quality and facilitate smooth export procedures. He added that ongoing efforts to remove trade barriers, implement digital tracking systems such as product coding, and open new markets have further strengthened the position of Egyptian produce globally.
