In efforts to strengthen food security, support local production, and enhance the sustainability of the agricultural and food sectors, Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani accompanied by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Ambassador to Lebanon, Veronica Quattrulla, toured consumer markets at various ports on Tuesday. FAO Ambassador Quattrulla reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to backing initiatives that promote stability and growth in the sector.
Hani and Quattrulla engaged directly with fishermen to discuss the challenges facing the fishing sector.
The fishermen voiced concerns over economic hardships and infrastructure deficiencies. Discussions focused on modernizing sales mechanisms and enhancing market facilities to ensure the sector’s sustainability.
The delegation then explored other sections of the market, which have the potential to serve as permanent or seasonal hubs for agricultural products and food industries. Officials highlighted the availability of large spaces that could be transformed into permanent exhibitions, facilitating direct marketing between farmers and consumers.
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