Egypt’s fish production reached about 2 million tons in 2023, with a self-sufficiency rate of about 85%, the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation said in a report. The report said Egypt ranks first in Africa and sixth globally in fish farming, and also ranks third in tilapia production. The self-sufficiency rate and surplus for export are expected to increase with the entry of all national projects into full production capacity. The report said the government has established the Lakes Protection and Fish Wealth Development Authority, which includes a number of regulations and facilitations to support the fish farming industry. The report said the government is committed to supporting the fish farming industry and increasing fish production to meet the needs of the Egyptian people.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 25, 2023 07:03 UTC