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Desert Research Center announced the successful drilling of two groundwater wells in the Farafra area, New Valley Governorate, at depths ranging from 720 to 750 meters, following the directives of Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Mr. Alaa Farouk. The project is part of DRC’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable agricultural development in Egypt’s desert..

The Desert Research Center and the General Petroleum Company have signed a cooperation protocol to establish a smart development community in the Al-Baghah area of Ras Sudr, South Sinai. The initiative, held under the patronage of the Ministers of Agriculture and Petroleum, aims to support Egypt’s Vision 2030 and strengthen partnerships for sustainable development The..

Desert Research Center continues to enhance agricultural development in North Sinai and integrate local residents into sustainable development programs through a scientific seminar titled “Field Crops and Their Importance Under North Sinai Conditions”, held under the patronage of Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Mr. Alaa Farouk and Governor of North Sinai Major General Khaled..

Desert Research Center has intensified its efforts to survey and classify the lands of Toshka, following directives from Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Mr. Alaa Farouk and in cooperation with the “Future of Egypt for Sustainable Development” authority. The initiative aims to maximize the use of Toshka spillway waters for agricultural expansion in areas..

Desert Research Center (DRC) participated in Cairo Water Week 2025, celebrating its 75th anniversary by showcasing its key achievements in developing and managing water resources in desert regions, and its role in addressing climate change and water scarcity challenges DRC held a special session highlighting its work in groundwater development, rainwater harvesting, water desalination, and..

Desert Research Center (DRC) has successfully operated one of the latest multi-dimensional geophysical exploration devices (Syscal Pro) along with an advanced soil study cable developed by the French company IRIS. This step aims to boost DRC’s capabilities in identifying water resources and assessing the suitability of desert lands for development As part of its technological..

Desert Research Center concluded the 7th edition of the Summer School in Matrouh, held under the theme “Towards Sustainable Non-Traditional Water Resources”, following directives from Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk and under the patronage of Matrouh Governor Major General Khaled Shuaib For the first time, the program welcomed African students alongside Egyptian..

Desert Research Center (DRC) and Matrouh University signed a joint cooperation protocol at the Sustainable Development Center for Matrouh Resources, in the presence of Matrouh Governor Major General Khaled Shuaib, and under the directives of Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk The agreement was signed by Dr. Hosam Shawky, President of DRC, and..

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center (DRC), paid an unannounced visit to the Siwa Research Station to follow up on ongoing research and development activities, in line with directives from the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Mr. Alaa Farouk During the visit, he inspected the final ripening stages of Siwa dates, praising..

The South Sinai Research Station, affiliated with Desert Research Center (DRC), received a delegation from King Salman International University and the National Research Centre to explore avenues for enhanced scientific collaboration aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural development in the governorate The visit was conducted under the directives of Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Mr…