Amman, July 5 (Petra) -- The agricultural exports recorded robust growth during the first half of 2026, driven by rising shipments of fruits, vegetables and livestock products, reflecting the growing competitiveness of Jordanian agricultural products in regional and international markets.

Minister of Agriculture Saeb Abdul Halim Khreisat said total agricultural exports reached 281,000 tonnes during the first six months of the year, compared with 245,000 tonnes in the corresponding period of 2025, representing year-on-year growth of 14 percent.

Vegetable exports increased by 13.1 percent to 197,000 tonnes from 174,000 tonnes a year earlier, while fruit exports climbed 18 percent to 83,000 tonnes, compared with 71,000 tonnes during the same period of last year.

The livestock sector also delivered strong export performance, with hatching egg exports surging from 29.9 million to 77 million eggs, marking growth of 159 percent. Table egg exports rose from 78 million to 134 million eggs, an increase of 71 percent, while sheep exports totaled 163,000 head during the reporting period.

Khreisat attributed the positive results to the implementation of the Economic Modernization Vision and its executive program, as well as the coordinated efforts of the Ministry of Agriculture, the private sector and farmers to modernize agricultural production, improve product quality and align exports with the requirements of international markets.

He said the ministry has continued to pursue new export opportunities while maintaining Jordan's established overseas markets, helping sustain the sector's export momentum.

The minister noted that agriculture continues to strengthen its contribution to the national economy by supporting the trade balance and generating employment opportunities. He added that the ministry remains focused on increasing agricultural output, raising the value added of agricultural products and enhancing their competitiveness in global markets.

Khreisat reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to expanding exports of Jordanian agricultural products as part of broader efforts to achieve sustainable agricultural development, improve farmers' incomes and strengthen national food security.

He added that the strong growth recorded during the first half of 2026 reflects the advanced position Jordanian agricultural products have attained in international markets and the sector's increasing ability to compete abroad.

//Petra// RZ