Agriculture
From The Report: Algeria 2012
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On the back of significant growth over the last decade, Algeria continues to witness an increase in local agricultural production owing to efforts to modernise the sector and boost investment. Growth in the sector rose from 8.5% in 2010 to 10.6% in 2011 and there are encouraging signs that increased support from the government will aid development. By virtue of the 2010-14 Public Investment Programme, a total of AD1trn (€9.9bn) will be allocated to raise local production and guarantee food security, specifically to boost output of key crops, develop rural land, and strengthen human resources and technical support. While the country is still dependent on imports to ensure food-sufficiency, the government is committed to plans to intensify production and reduce the food import bill.

This chapter contains interviews with Rachid Benaissa, Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development; and Mohamed Laid Benamor, General Manager, Amor Benamor.

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Overview

Growing potential: State-backed efforts continue to increase domestic production, improve food security and reduce the import bill
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On the back of significant growth over the last decade, Algeria continues to witness an increase in local agricultural production owing to efforts to modernise the sector and boost investment. While the country is still dependent on imports to ensure food-sufficiency, the government is committed to plans to intensify production and reduce the food import bill. By virtue of the 2010-14 Public Investment Programme, a total of AD1trn (€9.9bn) will be allocated to raise local production and guarantee…

Analysis

A daily staple: Modern production techniques and increased investment are helping to reduce reliance on cereals imports
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Accounting for 75% of calories consumed in Algeria, the country is dependent on the availability of cereals to meet domestic demand of 7m tonnes a year. The development of this segment has thus been made a top priority under the Agricultural and Rural Renewal Policy (Politique du Renouveau agricole et rural, PRAR), to boost both local production and reduce reliance on imported cereals in the face of rising global prices. GREATER INVESTMENT: A large improvement in cereal output has been registered…

Interview

OBG talks to Rachid Benaissa, Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development
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Interview: Rachid Benaissa What mechanisms are in place to secure product offers and ensure incomes to producers? RACHID BENAISSA: Financial, regulatory, managerial and organisational mechanisms have been implemented and are constantly assessed, reinforced and consolidated. There is a system in place to ensure smooth operation and regulate the industry of major agricultural staples. The Regulation System for Agricultural Products of Wide Consumption protects farmers’ incomes, safeguards their…

Interview

OBG talks to Mohamed Laid Benamor, General Manager, Amor Benamor
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Interview: Mohamed Laid Benamor What can be done to further promote partnerships that increase the volume of exports? MOHAMED LAID BENAMOR: Partnerships will indeed help to reduce imports and improve food security by diversifying farm production and promoting sustainable exploitation of resources. They will also encourage the private sector to take advantage of abundant opportunities in food processing, conservation technologies and marketing initiatives, as well as in the areas of expertise transfer,…