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The aim of the present work is to assess the food security in the south of Algeria, in particular the region of Ghardaia. Following the results of the evaluation process, the coverage rate of agri-food needs by the local production showed growing dependency in terms of supply. In fact, the aforesaid region imports 93% of cereals needs, 61% of fruits, 43% of meat, and 62% of milk need. The vegetables production is rather satisfying with a coverage rate of 96%. Those rates are, on the whole, below the national average in matter of, which prove the vulnerability of the Saharan area southern Algeria in terms of food security.

African Journal of Agricultural Research

Algeria as an important North African and Mediterranean country with remarkable bioclimatic, edaphic, and political characteristics is under many sorts of negative stress affecting considerably alimentary dependence. Today, Algerian agriculture presents a worrying record. Several warning signs show that the sector is only surviving thanks to massive imports of milk, grains, seeds and chemical fertilizers. The current agricultural model is overtaken by dependence on foreign markets and recourse to costly public subsidies which come exclusively from revenues derived from hydrocarbon exports. Indeed, Algeria is located in region characterized by high water deficit and, poor hydraulic potential, affecting considerably the economy and food security. This situation is more due to mismanagement than an inability to produce enough and healthy food for all Algerians. The current governance is totally inappropriate. The solution mainly involves training, research and technology transfer. In the present perspective paper, we identify with real statistics, organizational, structural, technical, and ecological deficiency causing the suicidal alimentary dependence with alarming repercussion on health and economy. A series of items are proposed to be adopted in order to enable food security in view of available and mobilizable natural resources.

Algeria is enduring important food dependence: more than 80% of the basic foods products are imported. This situation is getting worse if we consider the stagnation even the degradation of the local agricultural production.

China-USA Business Review

The objective of this paper is to evaluate Algeria's agriculture reforms, in order to evaluate the Algerian experience by trying to predict through a systematic study of the evolution of successive agricultural policies to achieve agricultural growth and food security, focusing on the historical context and rural policy dimensions. Algeria has created agricultural development through adopting a number of policies that began with the self-management system in 1963. It follows the central planning system, characterized by an agricultural revolution; a series of reforms began in 1990 reflecting the new direction of the Algerian state in building an economic system based on the rules of a market economy. To the Agricultural and Rural Renewal Policy and the five-year program (2010)(2011)(2012)(2013)(2014), all these agricultural and rural policies since 1962 have always favored the growth of agricultural production, in order to maintain a dynamic of agricultural growth and to provide the basis for a continuous development of food security.

This report dedicated to “ Analysis of Algerian’s food, agriculture and water research and innovation priorities, needs and capacities” intends to bring answers to the questions related to the analysis of research needs and opportunities in the fields of agriculture, food and water in Algeria.

Research & Reviews: Journal of Agriculture and Allied Sciences, 2019

This experience is characterized by the profound transformations of agricultural structures at the beginning of each new agricultural policy: Thus, there are four main phases reflecting the type of agricultural and rural policy decided by the powers in place. Transformations in the agricultural and rural sector have always taken place without the real participation of the main

Socioeconomic challenges, 2023

Algeria is one of the largest wheat importers in the world. Despite the importance of this staple food for the population, the country remains heavily dependent on imports due to its inability to produce enough wheat to meet its own needs. With a focus on food sovereignty, this paper aims to explore the feasibility of achieving wheat self-sufficiency in Algeria. A historical review of the trends in wheat production, import, and consumption from 2001 to 2018 was conducted to understand the dynamics of the wheat market in Algeria. The review reveals that despite government efforts to increase wheat production, it has remained sluggish, while consumption has continued to grow rapidly. The widening gap between these two magnitudes is a reflection of the country's inability to achieve self-sufficiency in wheat. The wheat self-sufficiency rate is calculated as the ratio of wheat production to consumption, and the findings of this study indicate that this rate is unlikely to reach the value of 1, which means that self-sufficiency in wheat remains an elusive goal for Algeria. The slow growth of wheat production and the rapid increase in consumption highlight the need for a more comprehensive approach to addressing the wheat self-sufficiency challenge in Algeria, which would involve improving agricultural policies and practices, increasing investment in the sector, and promoting technological advancements. In conclusion, this paper highlights the critical need for Algeria to prioritize the development of its agricultural sector, specifically its wheat production, to achieve food sovereignty and reduce its dependence on imports. The study provides valuable insights into the challenges and limitations of achieving wheat self-sufficiency in Algeria and offers recommendations for future action to address these challenges.

Journal of Applied …, 2008

According to the estimates of the food dependence indicators in the Arab world, the indicator of reliance extent on others in order to get the food shows about %50 of the Arab world countries are categorized under the independent area, while almost %22.2 of the Arab world countries are located in the intermediate area between the independence and the dependence and finally about %27.8 of the Arab world countries are categorized under the dependence area including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Lebanon. However, the measurement of the indicator of payments ratio of food imports to the exports revenue shows there are countries located in the independence area, others situated in the intermediate area between the dependence and the independence and finally there are countries located in the dependence area such as: Jordan, Palestine and Lebanon as the indicator recorded less than %10 and between (%14-%22) and finally it recorded more than %30 for the countries located in he area of independence, the intermediate area and the area of dependence respectively. According to the estimates of compound indicator about %27.8 of the Arab world countries are considered out of the dependence scale, whereas about %61.1 of the Arab world countries are located in the intermediate area between the independence and the dependence and, finally, almost %11.1 of the Arab world countries are situated in the dependence area like Qatar and Lebanon. Finally, according to the estimates of the indicator of reliance on others in order to get the food regarding the food commodity groups in the Arab world, there are almost %28.6 of the food commodities total are located in the dependence area such as wheat, corn, barley and oils, almost %35.7 of the food commodities total are situated in the intermediate area between the dependence and the independence such as beans, sugar, red meat, white meat, dairy products and finally about %35.7 of the food commodities total are located in the area of independence like rice, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and fish.

International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation, 2020

Agriculture is considered to be a vital aspect of Algeria's national economy and rural development. Achieving sustainable agricultural production, generating employment, reducing imports and minimising post-harvest crops losses are the major objectives of the Algerian government. However, based on the evaluation of existing policies, this study found that poor governance is hampering the agriculture sector, particularly in terms of management of financial resources, where most financial investments are made only for short-term gains. The lack of awareness about the importance of post-harvest practices and lack of using modern technology threaten the growth of this sector. Adopting sound post-harvest methods can reduce food losses and wastage in every stage of the food supply chain, and integration of modern techniques, skilled labour, and education training systems are very important if agriculture in Algeria is to progress.

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I would like to express my special thanks, gratitude, and appreciation to my supervisor Prof. Mohamed Benbouziane for his guidance, suggestions, and valuable comments made this work possible. My special thanks and respects go to the members of the examining committee, for their consent to take part in reading and discussing this thesis. This thesis would not have been accomplished without the help and support of my husband Dr. Faiçal Boutayeba. Finally, I express my sincere gratitude to my parents for their prayers and their moral support. Thanks a lot.