Agriculture Minister Dr Saeb Al-Khraisat met Mujib Stanakzai, programme manager of the International Red Palm Weevil Initiative at the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA), in the presence of the acting director general of the National Center for Agricultural Research, to discuss prospects for joint cooperation in combating the red palm weevil and strengthening efforts to protect the Kingdom's palm sector.
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During the meeting, they discussed the latest scientific methods and modern techniques for early detection, prevention and control of the red palm weevil, as well as international experiences in the field. They also looked at how ICARDA's expertise could be used to develop integrated control programmes and to raise the competence of specialised technical staff.
The minister stressed the importance of strengthening partnerships with international research institutions and benefiting from scientific and practical expertise to confront agricultural pests that threaten agricultural production. He noted the ministry's commitment to developing systems for early prevention and control, protecting palm trees and sustaining their production, in a way that supports the agricultural economy and food security.
For its part, the ICARDA expert stressed the importance of technical and research cooperation and the exchange of knowledge and experience, which would support the development of scientific and practical solutions to control the red palm weevil and limit its spread.
