Protected Horticulture in Egypt : A study on the technology of protected cultivation in Egypt

The agricultural sector and greenhouse production of fresh fruits and vegetables in Egypt are important for, amongst others, food security, export position, and employment. The Egyptian Government recently announced the development of a large acreage, 40,000 ha, of protected horticulture and has requested Dutch support this development. This has resulted, amongst others, in this study by WUR Greenhouse Horticulture on the technology of protected cultivation in Egypt. The report presents a gap analysis on technological issues related to greenhouse horticulture in Egypt, gives an overview of stakeholders involved and ends with a Terms of Reference for a follow-up activity, including action plan and deliverables and a budget estimate