Al-Bayda, February 12, 2026 – A technical team from the Agricultural Research Center conducted a field visit yesterday, Wednesday, to fields planted with varieties developed by the center and delivered to farmers during the current agricultural season. This visit is part of implementing a program to monitor wheat and barley fields in targeted areas, under the agreement with the Grain Production Authority.
The field visit focused on monitoring soft wheat variety (210), durum wheat (D4), and barley variety (Misrata 04). The visit targeted the Al-Safsaf research station and the Al-Wasita and Al-Haniya areas to assess the general condition of the crops, monitor growth stages, and provide necessary technical guidance to farmers to enhance production efficiency and improve quality.
The team included expert specialists, the director of the Research and Studies Department, and a professor, accompanied by a media department representative from the center.
The Director of Media and Extension at the Agricultural Research Center stated that these visits are part of the continuous technical follow-up on locally developed varieties and aim to enhance direct communication with farmers.
She emphasized the continuation of extension and technical support programs in the coming stages, which will contribute to improving the productivity of wheat and barley crops and enhancing the country’s food security.
Al-Bayda
Al-Bayda is a city in northeastern Libya, historically known as one of the country’s early modern capitals. It served as the seat of the Kingdom of Libya from 1963 to 1969 under King Idris I, before the capital was moved following Muammar Gaddafi’s coup.
Agricultural Research Center
The Agricultural Research Center is a facility dedicated to advancing farming techniques, crop science, and sustainable agricultural practices. Its history is often tied to a region’s efforts to improve food security and adapt to environmental challenges through scientific innovation.
Grain Production Authority
The Grain Production Authority is a governmental body in Egypt, established in the 1960s, responsible for managing the procurement, storage, and distribution of staple grains, primarily wheat. It was created to ensure national food security, stabilize bread prices for the population, and regulate the country’s strategic grain reserves.
Al-Safsaf research station
Al-Safsaf research station is a scientific facility located in the Asir region of Saudi Arabia, established to study the unique high-altitude ecosystem and biodiversity of the Sarawat Mountains. Its history is tied to broader national environmental research efforts, focusing on conservation and understanding the area’s flora and fauna.
Al-Wasita
Al-Wasita is a historical town in Egypt’s Sharqia Governorate, known for its significant role during the Fatimid Caliphate as an administrative and commercial center. It served as a major hub between Cairo and other regions, though it later declined in prominence after the fall of the Fatimids. Today, its archaeological remains reflect its past importance in medieval Islamic Egypt.
Al-Haniya
Al-Haniya is a historic neighborhood located in the old city of Hebron (Al-Khalil) in the West Bank, known for its traditional architecture and bustling market. Its history is deeply intertwined with the long-standing cultural and commercial significance of Hebron, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The area exemplifies the region’s rich heritage, though it has also been a focal point of historical and political tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian context.
