Egypt wheat output set to rise 6.5% in 2026/27 season

Egypt expects its wheat production to rise by 6.5% year on year to reach 9.8 million tonnes in the 2026/2027 season, according to new data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

The report links this growth to an increase in planted land, which now covers about 3.6 million feddans. Higher state purchase prices have also pushed farmers to grow more wheat and sell to the government.

The Cabinet’s media center said the state continues to support farmers through better seed varieties and stronger extension services. Officials also supply certified seeds and guide farmers on improved practices.

The government has set up demonstration fields and uses raised-bed farming to improve yields. It has also expanded storage capacity by building more silos and upgrading older facilities.

An official said these efforts aim to secure the country’s food needs. “We are working to raise local production and reduce reliance on imports,” the official stated.