November 25, 2024 (KASSALA) – The Halfa Agricultural Project in eastern Sudan is preparing to plant more than 75,000 acres of wheat this winter, the project’s director said on Monday. The project in Kassala state has a total area of about 366,000 acres but has gradually shrunk due to declining water storage in the Khashm el-Girba dam caused by silt build-up. The project relies on water from the dam, channelled through a large canal with smaller branches. “We have completed preparations to plant more than 75,000 acres of wheat in the Halfa project during the winter season,” Ahmed Khalifa Idris told Sudan Tribune. He noted that preparations were made despite some challenges, particularly the need to clear canals and channels, which has not been done for three years. Speaking at a summer harvest festival, Idris praised Harvest Company, which cultivated corn and peanuts in the project, for contributing to a significant increase in production. He said Harvest planted 36,000 acres, 90% of its target, prepared the land, provided improved seeds and fertilizers, and is working to provide seeds to farmers. However, farmers at the event voiced concerns about the lack of government support for the project. “When we talk about …

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