Qatar: Government invests in greenhouses for local farmers

In a move to further strengthen food security in the country, the Qatar Ministry of Municipality and Environment is ready to set up 73 greenhouses at local farms to increase the local produce of the vegetables.

According to an article on ThePeninsulaQatar.com, the Ministry has completed the preparation to distribute 73 greenhouses to local farms as a state gift which will play a major role in meeting growing demand for fresh fruits and vegetable in Qatar.

This step is aimed at increasing the local produce of vegetables and preserving the ground water.

It will also encourage the farmers to use modern technology in agricultural production to expand their businesses and improve productivity.

The Ministry is also encouraging organic farming in the country. So far, three farms have been turned into organic farms completely and their products are available in local market. Another five farms are on the way to be turned into organic farms, said a report posted on the Ministry’s website.

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