Ministry calls on Qatar's farmers to go organic

In an attempt to promote the cultivation of organic products, the Ministry of Municipality and Environment has begun to provide expertise to farmers, said a senior official.

“The ministry works to encourage and support farmers to cultivate organic products. It will provide expertise advice and the latest resources to farmers,” said Adel Al Kaldhani, Assistant Director of Agricultural Affairs Department.

According to him the recently held event at Al Mazroua yard about healthy food under the theme ‘Youth know for better health,’ was one of the occasions at which the ministry helped farmers in the farming of organic products.

“The department helped farmers to sell organic products to people at good prices compared to other markets. The products were also in a better condition than the ones sold at other places,” said Al Kaldhani.

The two day event aimed at spreading healthy food habits such as the importance of having enough fruits and vegetables. A number of activities were also held to promote and emphasise the importance of modifying lifestyle. Also healthy meals and organic food products were distributed among the participants.

It was organised in collaboration with Community College of Qatar (CCQ), Al Safwa farms and many officials from the ministry as well as representatives from the college.

“The ministry aims to educate the community about the importance of having healthy food, especially which are free of chemicals,” said Al Kaldhani.  “The event also aimed to encourage farmers to cultivate more organic vegetables and fruits. It is the second year to organise such an event and we are working to develop it and expand in coming years,” he added.

The event also displayed different types of organic products and beyond vegetables and fruits.