Ministry organises guidance programme on organic farming

Represented by the Departments of Agricultural Affairs and Agricultural Research, the Ministry of Municipality, in cooperation with Mahaseel for Marketing and Agri-Services, a subsidiary of Hassad Food Company, organised a guidance programme on organic farming: importance and requirements.The programme was hosted by the Arab Qatari Agricultural Production Company (QATFA).Thirty-five agricultural engineers and a number of farm officials attended the programme that was presented by engineer Ibrahim Freihat from Al Mardia Company.The ministry indicated in a statement yesterday that the programme aims to introduce participants to the principles of organic farming and review the stages of organic production, from soil preparation to marketing.It also highlights production requirements, including organic fertilisers and pesticides, and explains the mechanisms for obtaining organic product certification. – QNA