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Desert Research Center participates in the EDS EuroMed 2026 conference in Morocco

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, participated in the EDS EuroMed 2026 Conference on Desalination, Clean Water, and Energy, which commenced today in Marrakech, Morocco. The conference brought together leading experts, researchers, industry leaders, and decision-makers from around the world to showcase the latest developments and innovations in water desalination and water resource..

Minister of Agriculture Witnesses Signing of Two Development Projects Between Desert Research Center and ACSAD

Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, witnessed the signing of two joint development projects between Desert Research Center and the Arab Center for the Studies of Arid Zones and Dry Lands (ACSAD). These projects aim to support the Arab food security system, ensure the sustainability of natural resources, and address climate change. The..

Desert Research Center Celebrates the Egyptian-African Day for Combating Desertification and Drought and Announces the Launch of the First Rangeland Development Association in Egypt, Africa, and the World

As part of the celebration of the 2026 World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, which this year is themed “Rangelands Need Care and Development”, Desert Research Center – Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation – organized event to celebrate the Egyptian-African Day for Combating Desertification and Drought. The celebration reflected Egypt’s growing role in..

On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, President of Desert Research Center inaugurates the International Professional Diploma in Carbon Footprint Calculation

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, inaugurated the online professional diploma program, which qualifies participants for international accreditation, in carbon footprint calculation in the agricultural sector. He did so on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk. Dr. Shawky noted that the launch of the diploma program comes at..

Desert Research Center Hosts Preparatory Meeting for African Group in Preparation for COP17

Desert Research Center hosted the preparatory meeting for the African Group of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), as part of preparations for the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17). During the session, Dr. Ghada Hegazy, Vice President of Desert Research Center for Research and Studies, delivered a speech on..

Desert Research Center Continues Construction of Water Reservoirs and Cisterns to Support Development in Matrouh

In order to achieve sustainable development and provide citizens’ needs for drinking and agricultural water in desert regions, Desert Research Center(DRC) is continuing to construct reservoirs and cisterns in Al-Najila area in Matrouh, as part of an extensive plan to improve water infrastructure to support Bedouin communities. Engineer Mahmoud Al-Amir, Director of Sustainable Development Center..

Desert Research Center Supports Farmers in Sinai Agricultural Communities with Modern Wheat and Barley Harvesting Equipment

In support of the state’s direction to expand wheat and barley cultivation, considered strategic crops in Egypt, and as part of providing support to farmers in desert and remote areas, and overcoming obstacles facing planting and harvesting operations, thus contributing to crop preservation, minimizing losses, and achieving the highest possible benefit for farmers, Desert Research..

Desert Research Center Implements Program to Empower Women Breadwinners in Siwa: 38 Women Trained in Palm Frond and Halfa grass weaving

As part of the state’s commitment to empower women breadwinners in border regions, maximize development activities, and improve livelihoods in desert areas, Desert Research Center implemented a training program to support women in Siwa. Training courses were organized to utilize untapped natural resources, particularly in palm frond and halfa grass weaving, in addition to providing..

On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, President of Desert Research Center participates in the launch of the Summit “SEEDS” to enhance Sustainable Food Systems and Food Policies

On behalf of Mr. Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, and in the presence of Dr. Abdel Aziz Qonsouh, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Mr. Ahmed El-Wakil, President of Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC), Dr. Hosam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, participated in the launch of “SEEDS..

Desert Research Center Monitors Barley Harvest in North Sinai to Support Food Security

Desert Research Center continued monitoring the barley harvest in villages affiliated with El-Sheikh Zuweid and Rafah stations in North Sinai. Hosam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, stated that barley is one of the most important strategic crops that the state relies on in desert regions, especially Sinai. It is the most widely cultivated crop..