date:Jul 19, 2017
, the production has increased gradually, reaching 243 thousand tonnes in 2016, which is more than the local market needs.
The Ministry intends to export 500 tonnes of potatoes to Russia this year, just as we have exported to Saudi Arabia and other countries in previous years, said Majid.
As for the distribution of potato seeds, Majid said that the Ministry has distributed three 3,400 tonnes this year to growers with 25% support.