Soil pollution in Egypt, particularly in the eastern Nile Delta, is caused by excessive use of mineral fertilizers, pesticides, and the discharge of domestic wastewater into agricultural irrigation systems. This leads to the accumulation of heavy metals and pollutants in the soil, affecting crop yields and posing risks to human health. Soil pollution not only endangers health and the environment but also reduces food security and causes economic losses.
The project aims to provide farmers, researchers, and agricultural officials with new knowledge and techniques for managing soil pollution in vegetable production. It focuses on sustainable soil remediation technologies and improving soil quality through research, extension programs, and better agrochemical management.
The action plan includes surveying vegetable-producing areas, identifying pollution sources, assessing current practices, and promoting soil remediation techniques. This initiative will enhance vegetable productivity and promote sustainable soil use while ensuring economic, social, and environmental sustainability in Egypt.
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