Agriculture Minister Inaugurates Modern Lab for Development
The Minister of Agriculture and Hyena JFS, Major Mohamed Abdi Hayir Mareeye, inaugurated a state-of-the-art agricultural development laboratory on Wednesday. This milestone marks a significant step in modernizing Somalia’s agricultural sector. The new facility, equipped with advanced technology, will enhance research to improve agricultural productivity, ensure food security, and promote sustainable farming. It will focus on soil analysis, crop testing,...
Geed Baar /Hyphaene Compressa
Baar belongs to the Arecaceae plant family. It can grow up to 20 meters high and is an evergreen tree. It grows in the wild and is not cultivated. The Baar is closely related to the coconut and the date palm. The tree has long branches and broad leaves called garbi, which are often used in construction, especially for roofing...
Sheep in Somalia
The Somali sheep is white with a black head. It belongs to the fat-tailed type, and both sexes of the breed are polled. (Nyanjom & J. Konyango 2024) The animal is mainly bred for meat production and is an important export item of the Somali economy. The Somali is a hair sheep bred mainly for meat production. They are...
Enhancing Banana Production in Somalia: Sustainable Growth Strategies
Introduction The banana cultivation is one of the most popular and important staple foods in the world and originally comes from Southeast Asia such as Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. African countries have always grown bananas, but only a few of them have excessive production with export capacities such as Ghana, Ivory Coast and Cameroon with an annual income of...
FAO and Partners Boost Agricultural Resilience in Kismayo
Action for Rural Education and Agriculture Solution (AREAS) recently welcomed representatives from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for a field visit in Kismayo district. The delegation included Rein Paulsen, FAO Director for Emergencies, Etienne Peterschmitt, FAO Representative in Somalia, and the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation of Jubaland State. The visit primarily focused on ongoing efforts to improve food...
An Overview of Goat in Somalia
Introduction to Overview of Goat in Somalia Somali clans traditionally inhabit grazing areas that cross into Ethiopia, northeastern Kenya, and southern Djibouti. Around 80% of the Somali population has historically been pastoralists, practicing either nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyles, especially in northern and central Somalia as well as Ethiopia's Somali Region. In southern Somalia, the presence of two major rivers supports...
Environmental, Social, & Governance Officer
Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Officer Organization: One Earth Future Foundation (OEF)Location: Mogadishu, SomaliaType: Hourly, Full-Time (45 hours/week)Compensation: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour Organization Overview OEF is a nonprofit organization focused on reducing armed conflict through effective governance systems. It operates globally, with projects aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in fragile regions. Through Shuraako, a program of OEF, the...
Agribusiness Opportunities and Economic Potential in Somalia
Agribusiness is a cornerstone of Somalia's economy, contributing approximately 75% to the GDP and accounting for 93% of total exports. This sector encompasses farming, livestock, and fisheries, each offering significant investment opportunities. Somalia has vast natural resources, including 8.9 million hectares of cultivable land. Out of this, 2.3 million hectares are suitable for rainfed crops and 700,000 hectares for...
Camel in Somalia
In the 1990s, camel milk production remained relatively stable, starting at 830,000 tons in 1994 and reaching 840,000 tons by 2000. These levels reflect the challenges of the post-conflict era and the critical role of camel milk in Somali society. After 2000, production saw notable growth, reaching 948,815 tons in 2005. However, a decline occurred in 2009, likely due to...
Sesame Production in Somalia
Sesame is a vital agricultural product in Somalia, both for domestic consumption and export. Other widely cultivated crops in the country include sorghum, maize, beans, rice, and sesame. However, the production of these crops, especially sesame, which is one of the most important commercial crops in the region, is affected by various natural and human-related factors. These factors include rainfall...
