Afghanistan Allocates 72,000 Jeribs of Land to Boost Agricultural Investment
Officials from the Taliban’s Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock have announced that approximately 72,000 jeribs of land across the country have been allocated for agricultural and livestock projects to expand investment in the sector. According to the ministry, the goal of this initiative is to attract both domestic and foreign investors and to strengthen agricultural production.
Shir Mohammad Khatami, the ministry’s spokesperson, identified technical cooperation and facilitating land access as fundamental priorities for supporting investors. He stated that the allocated lands will be used in various sectors of agriculture and livestock.
Officials highlighted Afghanistan’s extensive capacities in agriculture, livestock, horticulture, irrigation systems, packaging, storage, transportation, and cold storage facilities, emphasizing that this sector can provide a foundation for economic growth. Private sector representatives also indicated that, given transparent access to land and technical support, domestic investors are ready to take a larger role in this sector.
However, some private investors have criticized the Taliban-run Ministry of Agriculture’s performance, stating that despite the country’s high production potential, effective steps towards product standardization and achieving self-sufficiency have not been taken. They stress that the lack of organized programs and clear policies has posed challenges to the investment process.
Economic experts believe that targeted development of agriculture and livestock can create significant investment opportunities. They urge the Ministry of Agriculture to implement specific and practical incentive packages to build investor confidence and establish sustainable growth in the sector.
