MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Mohamed Abdi Hayir (Maareeye), held a direct engagement session with the community today, participating in a town hall meeting focused on revitalizing the nation’s agricultural output.
During the interactive forum, Minister Maareeye outlined the government’s strategic vision for the sector, emphasizing that food security and economic self-reliance are top priorities for the DanQaran administration. He announced that the Ministry has developed a comprehensive National Agricultural Plan, designed not in isolation, but with the direct inclusion of Somali farmers as key stakeholders in the development process.
“As a government, we have created a national plan, and farmers are an integral part of how we will achieve this development,” Minister Maareeye stated to the gathered citizens. “We cannot move forward without the people who work the land.”
The Minister spoke passionately about the potential of Somalia’s natural resources, dispelling the notion that the country is solely dependent on imports. He highlighted the superior quality of local produce, encouraging citizens to take pride in and prioritize domestic consumption.
“The different crops that grow in our country are among the best in the world,” he affirmed. “From our fruits to our grains, the organic quality of Somali produce is unmatched globally, and we must capitalize on this.”
Throughout the town hall, the Minister detailed the support mechanisms the Ministry is rolling out. These initiatives include the provision of modern farming equipment, access to quality seeds, and technical training aimed at modernizing traditional farming methods. He assured the attendees that the government is actively working to remove barriers to production, such as high energy costs and lack of market access.
This direct engagement is part of a broader government initiative to bridge the gap between policymakers and the public, ensuring that government services align with the real-world needs of the Somali people.
