Tunisia Approves TND 19.2 Million in Agricultural Investments to Boost Sustainable Farming

In a strategic move to support sustainable and innovative agriculture, Tunisia’s National Commission for the Granting of Incentives, under the Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (APIA), approved on Friday investment projects totaling 19.2 million Tunisian dinars (TND). This funding marks a key milestone in advancing agricultural development in the Nabeul and Gabès governorates.

The commission validated three major projects. The first involves the renewal of an aquaculture facility in Nabeul, a coastal region known for its strong potential in fish farming due to its proximity to the sea and its well-developed infrastructure.

The remaining two projects, located in the southern governorate of Gabès, focus on sustainable vegetable production using geothermal water—a plentiful local resource. This innovative approach not only ensures year-round productivity, including during colder months, but also significantly reduces energy consumption, offering a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for greenhouse agriculture.

These investments reflect a broader national strategy to revitalize Tunisia’s agricultural economy by integrating environmentally responsible technologies. Priority sectors include aquaculture and the innovative use of water resources, particularly geothermal energy, which holds great promise for enhancing agricultural output in arid and semi-arid zones.

By boosting the appeal of agricultural regions in both the northeast and the south, APIA aims to diversify the rural economy, generate skilled employment, and support the country’s transition toward agroecology. These newly approved projects underscore the agency’s ongoing commitment to strategic investment and food sovereignty in the face of mounting climate challenges.