Agriculture is a major component of the Egyptian economy, contributing to 15% of the country’s gross domestic product. The Egyptian Government had undertaken a set of measures, including stimulus policies, in addition to initiatives to extend its agricultural development programs.

With the country being is divided into several farming regions according to climate, natural vegetation, soil type, and farming practices, some of the major fruits and vegetables produced are tomatoes, potatoes, beets, oranges, onions, grapes, and dates, among others. Steady production, favorable farming practices and rising exports of fruits and vegetables are driving the market growth. The country was even successful in opening new vegetable and fruit markets, especially in China, the European Union, and East Asian countries

• The agricultural sector accounts for 29 percent of all jobs in Egypt and over 55% of employment in upper Egypt is agriculture related.
• Egypt targets to increase agricultural production by 30% in 2024
• Agriculture in Egypt Make up around 14.5 % of Egypt’s GDP
• Egypt exported 95 Agricultural Crops to more than 150 Countries during the last season 2020/2021