Algeria exports 80 tons of tomatoes to Spain from El-Meghaïer

Algeria has initiated the export of 80 tons of tomatoes to Spain from the wilaya of El-Meghaïer, marking a significant step in the national strategy to diversify non-hydrocarbon exports. This operation, which will transit through the port of Oran, highlights the growing strength of Algeria's agro-industry on the international stage. The agricultural group "Champs du Sud" in Djamaâ, covering 10 hectares, is central to this effort, creating over 250 local jobs. The wali of the region, Lâaredj Nehila, stated that the export will occur in stages, with an initial 18 tons already shipped. This initiative is part of a national program supervised by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, which has facilitated 35 export operations from 13 wilayas to 19 international destinations. The goal is to leverage food self-sufficiency, already achieved for tomatoes, into sustainable economic growth. This entry into the European market demonstrates Algeria's ability to meet international standards and positions its agricultural products as a competitive option in the Mediterranean basin, with Algerian cherry tomatoes quickly gaining traction due to their quality.