Newsletter Volume 57 – February 2026

This newsletter reviews February events of 2026

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Volume 57
Dear Reader, 
This is volume number 57 of the Organic Egypt Foundation newsletter. It reviews our activities in February 2026 and illustrates all interventions conducted with our partners and stakeholders.

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Ramadan Kareem to all, wishing you a blessed and peaceful month.

In a move to support small-scale farmers and promote sustainable agricultural development, Organic Egypt announced its collaboration with EFE-Egypt to implement the “Green Fields: Transforming Small Scale Agriculture” program in Al Sharqia Governorate. The program aims to train and support approximately 120 farmers, males and females and enhance their participation in the agricultural sector through a comprehensive 7-month training program. Key components of the program include:
  • Enhancing agricultural productivity through the adoption of modern and sustainable farming practices.
  • Market linkage support to help farmers improve marketing opportunities and increase economic returns.
  • Practical training on a variety of crops, including fruit trees such as citrus, mango, and grapes; vegetable crops in greenhouses or open fields; and traditional crops like rice, corn, sesame, and peanuts.
The program includes pre- and post-training evaluations to measure the impact on crop productivity and quality, alongside documenting success stories and showcasing tangible results on the ground. The program will run from March 2026 to December 2026, concluding with a graduation ceremony celebrating the achievements of the participants. This collaboration aligns with Organic Egypt’s vision to support agricultural communities, promote sustainable farming practices, and create real economic opportunities for farmers across the country.

Organic Egypt participated in the webinar titled “Climate Change Geopolitics and Arab Regional Resilience”, organized by Centre for Environment and Development for the Arab Region and Europe (CEDARE) in collaboration with OIC States Broadcasting Union and OSBU Academy. The session featured  Dr. Khaled Fahmy and provided valuable insights into the evolving global climate landscape, highlighting the growing geopolitical dimensions of climate action, the challenges facing multilateral cooperation, and the increasing importance of regional resilience. The discussion emphasized the urgent need for strengthened adaptation strategies in the Arab region, innovative financing mechanisms, and enhanced regional collaboration to address climate-related risks, particularly in areas such as water security, food systems, and extreme heat. Organic Egypt’s participation reflects its continued commitment to engaging in regional and international dialogues that advance sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship.

As part of the Women’s Empowerment in Rural Egypt project, the third cycle of profiling was conducted in February, reaching approximately 250 women from rural communities across different age groups. This cycle significantly expanded outreach, enabling a larger number of women to benefit from the assessment and orientation process.  The participants were divided into four groups to ensure effective engagement, close follow-up, and active participation throughout the training. The profiling process was implemented over four rounds, allowing trainers sufficient time to carefully observe the women’s interests, strengths, and practical abilities, and to accurately identify the profession that best aligns with their skills and aspirations. The one-week profiling training included hands-on practical exercises in five vocational professions: sewing, childcare, cooking, production of cosmetics and cleaning materials, and poultry production. These exercises supported a comprehensive assessment and categorization of participants’ skills and abilities in each field. Following the completion of the profiling process, a selected group of women will be assigned to the professions that best match their abilities and ambitions. They will then proceed to specialized technical training designed to enhance their competencies and prepare them for sustainable employment and income-generating opportunities.

As part of the Women’s Empowerment Project, a practical training session on the production of natural Castile soap was successfully conducted under the Cosmetics and Soap Making profession track. The session introduced participants to the importance of using natural alternatives to conventional chemical-based soaps. The training focused on producing liquid Castile soap using natural oils, highlighting both health and environmental benefits. Participants learned how to prepare soap using a blend of olive oil and coconut oil, along with potassium hydroxide, glycerin, and distilled water. The session emphasized how adjusting oil ratios can influence the final product’s properties such as enhancing foam or increasing moisturizing effects. The hands-on component enabled participants to:
  • Understand safe ingredient handling
  • Follow proper mixing and temperature control techniques
  • Produce high-quality natural liquid soap
By strengthening the technical capacities of trainers, this ToT contributes to ensuring high-quality knowledge transfer and maintaining consistent training standards throughout the project implementation.
As part of the Women’s Empowerment in Rural Egypt Project, and in cooperation with the Rahma Project, an awareness session titled “Media Fasting and How to Interact with Children” was held for around 40 women and young girls from 13 villages. The session aimed to introduce the concept of media fasting and highlight its importance in improving daily life and strengthening family well-being. Discussions focused on the psychological, social, and health impacts of excessive media use, particularly on children’s behavior and development. Through interactive dialogue and real-life examples, participants shared their experiences and challenges related to children’s screen time. Practical guidance was provided on:
  • Setting healthy boundaries for media use
  • Organizing and limiting screen time
  • Encouraging alternative activities such as reading, social interaction, and physical play
The session equipped mothers with practical tools to manage media use more effectively, promoting psychological balance and stronger family relationships.

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