KRG Agriculture Minister calls on UNDP to enhance livestock sector marketing, support agricultural graduates

According to a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources, Minister Talabani met with representatives from the UNDP to discuss ongoing projects related to the livestock sector.

The meeting between Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), Begard Talabani and UNDP. (Photo: Kurdistan24)
The meeting between Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), Begard Talabani and UNDP. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – The Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), Begard Talabani, has called on the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to focus on improving the livestock sector and marketing strategies in the region.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources, Minister Talabani met with representatives from the UNDP to discuss ongoing projects related to the livestock sector.

The meeting emphasized the need to continue efforts in accounting for livestock projects and to develop a comprehensive strategy for the marketing and improvement of this critical sector.

The meeting also addressed the drafting of laws and regulations concerning the establishment of agricultural cooperatives.

Discussions included ways to strengthen agricultural guidelines and ensure farmers can effectively utilize these resources.

Additionally, the parties discussed a memorandum of understanding with the Isric Institute for Soil and Land Surveying, aiming to identify the most suitable types of land for plant and agricultural production.

This initiative is expected to play a vital role in future agricultural planning.

Minister Talabani also urged the UNDP to continue supporting the creation of job opportunities for 200 graduates from agricultural universities and colleges who have completed courses in food industry skills such as fruit drying, vinegar, and juice production.

She called for increased opportunities for these women graduates, emphasizing the importance of providing them with a sustainable source of income.