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Kufra grain mill begins production, aims to reduce food imports and enhance food security
via Libya Herald2 min read
The Kufra Production Project's grain mill has commenced production, according to LANA, the eastern-based branch of the Libyan official state news agency. This development is seen as a move to revive stalled agricultural and industrial projects and improve food security in Libya. The mill began operating at full capacity after maintenance and rehabilitation work was completed. Mohamed Boushleif, head of the project’s media office, stated that the mill is already distributing flour in local markets in 50-kilogram and 25-kilogram packages to meet citizen needs and stabilize the market. Boushleif attributed the resumption of production to continuous efforts by the National Development Agency NDA as part of a plan to restart vital, stalled facilities, aiming to boost local production and decrease reliance on imports. He clarified that the goal is to lower the cost of living for citizens by providing affordable flour, priced competitively below parallel market rates, which is expected to balance basic commodity prices and improve purchasing power. Boushleif added that the factory's return supports the local economy, especially given high import costs and supply chain disruptions, and emphasized that providing a quality, affordable local product is crucial for economic stability. He concluded that this achievement signals a new phase of sustainable production, with plans to expand activities and increase operational efficiency to strengthen its role in national food security. The re
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