Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt
Implementing small-scale mechanization in Egyptian agriculture can increase productivity, promote sustainability, and enhance socio-economic resilience among smallholder farmers. However, in overall, adoption of mechanization is low in Egypt. In this context a stakeholder consultation and policy...
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International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas
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| author | Devkota Wasti, Mina Kumari Attaher, Samar |
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| description | Implementing small-scale mechanization in Egyptian agriculture can increase productivity,
promote sustainability, and enhance socio-economic resilience among smallholder farmers.
However, in overall, adoption of mechanization is low in Egypt. In this context a stakeholder
consultation and policy dialogue was organized with focusing on option for scaling out scale
appropriate mechanization for smallholder farmers in Egypt.
On 9th December 2024, ARC and ICARDA held a pivotal workshop titled Challenges and
Opportunities for Small-Mechanization Scalability in Egypt to address the critical issues
and opportunities surrounding agricultural mechanization in Egypt. The workshop was held at
the Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AEnRI- ARC) in Dokki-Giza. This workshop
brought together 58 diverse groups of experts, including agricultural engineers, economists,
industry representatives, researchers, and policymakers, to discuss and evaluate the current
state and prospects of small-scale agricultural machinery in Egypt.
Recommendations from the workshop included revising cooperative laws, exploring funding
programs for small-scale projects, and promoting multi-purpose machinery to enhance cost
efficiency. Participants also emphasized the need for collaboration between manufacturers and
researchers to create tailored solutions for small plots and fragmented landholdings. Digital
tools, such as online platforms for machinery promotion and technical support, were proposed
to bridge gaps in communication and accessibility.
The workshop underscored the importance of coordinated efforts to address the barriers to
mechanization and drive sustainable agricultural practices in Egypt. By fostering partnerships
and leveraging innovation, the sector can unlock its potential and significantly improve
productivity for smallholders.
To improve the state of agricultural mechanization, coordinated efforts among government
bodies, private sector players, NGOs, and research institutions are essential. Recommendations
include subsidizing machinery costs, promoting local manufacturing, and developing
cooperative-run machinery pools. Training farmers and creating financing options, such as
leasing or installment plans, will further support smallholders in adopting mechanization.
Private sector involvement in designing compact, affordable machinery tailored to small-scale
farming is also critical.
Strengthening spare parts availability, improving diagnostic capabilities, and fostering
collaboration between manufacturers and farmers will also be pivotal in driving mechanization.
With strategic investments and focused initiatives, Egypt's agriculture can transition toward
higher productivity and sustainability. Addressing the gaps in mechanization will reduce
dependency on manual labor, improve crop yields, and ensure food security, particularly for
small-scale farmers who form the backbone of the agricultural sector. |
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| spelling | CGSpace1725212026-01-16T20:35:02Z Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt Devkota Wasti, Mina Kumari Attaher, Samar egypt solutions investment scaling up small-scale mechanization Implementing small-scale mechanization in Egyptian agriculture can increase productivity, promote sustainability, and enhance socio-economic resilience among smallholder farmers. However, in overall, adoption of mechanization is low in Egypt. In this context a stakeholder consultation and policy dialogue was organized with focusing on option for scaling out scale appropriate mechanization for smallholder farmers in Egypt. On 9th December 2024, ARC and ICARDA held a pivotal workshop titled Challenges and Opportunities for Small-Mechanization Scalability in Egypt to address the critical issues and opportunities surrounding agricultural mechanization in Egypt. The workshop was held at the Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AEnRI- ARC) in Dokki-Giza. This workshop brought together 58 diverse groups of experts, including agricultural engineers, economists, industry representatives, researchers, and policymakers, to discuss and evaluate the current state and prospects of small-scale agricultural machinery in Egypt. Recommendations from the workshop included revising cooperative laws, exploring funding programs for small-scale projects, and promoting multi-purpose machinery to enhance cost efficiency. Participants also emphasized the need for collaboration between manufacturers and researchers to create tailored solutions for small plots and fragmented landholdings. Digital tools, such as online platforms for machinery promotion and technical support, were proposed to bridge gaps in communication and accessibility. The workshop underscored the importance of coordinated efforts to address the barriers to mechanization and drive sustainable agricultural practices in Egypt. By fostering partnerships and leveraging innovation, the sector can unlock its potential and significantly improve productivity for smallholders. To improve the state of agricultural mechanization, coordinated efforts among government bodies, private sector players, NGOs, and research institutions are essential. Recommendations include subsidizing machinery costs, promoting local manufacturing, and developing cooperative-run machinery pools. Training farmers and creating financing options, such as leasing or installment plans, will further support smallholders in adopting mechanization. Private sector involvement in designing compact, affordable machinery tailored to small-scale farming is also critical. Strengthening spare parts availability, improving diagnostic capabilities, and fostering collaboration between manufacturers and farmers will also be pivotal in driving mechanization. With strategic investments and focused initiatives, Egypt's agriculture can transition toward higher productivity and sustainability. Addressing the gaps in mechanization will reduce dependency on manual labor, improve crop yields, and ensure food security, particularly for small-scale farmers who form the backbone of the agricultural sector. 2025-01-30T14:25:36Z 2025-01-30T14:25:36Z Internal Document https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172521 en Limited Access International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas Mina Kumari Devkota Wasti, Samar Attaher. (9/12/2024). Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt. Beirut, Lebanon: International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA). |
| spellingShingle | egypt solutions investment scaling up small-scale mechanization Devkota Wasti, Mina Kumari Attaher, Samar Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title | Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title_full | Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title_fullStr | Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title_full_unstemmed | Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title_short | Small-Scale Mechanization Adoption and Scalability: Consultation Workshop and Policy Dialogue in Egypt |
| title_sort | small scale mechanization adoption and scalability consultation workshop and policy dialogue in egypt |
| topic | egypt solutions investment scaling up small-scale mechanization |
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