Horticulture production farm project
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Name of Project |
Barra,Omrowabba , and Sodari localities |
Location |
10.000 feddans |
Area |
- The project is composed of a farm for the production of citrus (lemon, orange, grape fruits) , mango, and grapes
- The project will be irrigated from underground and surface water (water harvest & underground basins)
- The land of the project is semi flat with streams – sandy and mixed land (sand & mud) valid (fit) for diverse horticulture production.
- The project is composed of farms, irrigation components units, machines & agricultural equipments, transportation and plant protection services etc
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Project Description |
- Production of citrus, grapes, and mango for export and local consumption
- Changing the traditional mode of production to a modern production
- Provision of jobs and improving the standard of living for local people
- Contribute to food security
- Intensify horticulture production (cultivation of vegetables and fruits)
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Objectives of the Project |
- quick returns expected from products marketing
- experience of local people in horticulture cultivation
- fertility of land and its validity and fitness for horticulture production
- availability of ground water
- easy access to markets
- availability of suitable environment for planting grapes (heat degree 20/30 degree, and land)
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Project Rationale |
300.000 – 500.000 ton / year |
Storage Capacity |
200 workers |
Labor |