Aswan Governor inspects Toshka agricultural research station

Amr Lashin, the Governor of Aswan, conducted an inspection of the South Valley (Toshka) Agricultural Research Station located in the tourist city of Abu Simbel. The visit aimed to monitor the station's role in supporting agricultural scientific research and its efforts in conducting applied studies to increase crop productivity and quality.

The 500-acre facility includes 300 acres dedicated to orchards and palm research, with a specific focus on Barhi dates. The station utilizes three specialized laboratories for analyzing soil, water, fertilizers, and plants to optimize resource use and develop crop varieties suited to the local environmental and climatic conditions.

During the tour, officials discussed the station's research processes, which range from soil analysis to determining optimal fertilization methods. The governor emphasized the importance of employing modern technologies and scientific research to enhance agricultural expansion and sustainable development in the South Valley region.