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As part of efforts to consolidate organic agriculture, engineers Faten Ksouri Mansour and Salaheddine Souguir conducted a field visit to Mr. Habib Hilal's farm, located in Hedadra, Monastir Governorate. This initiative was carried out in coordination between the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture and the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Monasti, on March 3, 2026.
During the visit, the team carried out a comprehensive assessment of the farm, identified suitable land areas for cultivating medicinal and aromatic plants, and selected crop varieties best adapted to the region's agro-ecological conditions. Technical guidance was also provided to encourage the farmer to invest in this high-potential sector, particularly relevant given the farmer's active involvement in eco-tourism activities.
As part of the activities of the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture related to the technical supervision of organic farmers, field visits were carried out on February 24, 2026, to organic farms located in Sidi Thabet, in the governorate of Ariana.
The visit was conducted in the presence of representatives from the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture : Youssef Amor and Salaheddine Souguir, as well as the representative of the Extension and Programming Service for Organic Agriculture at the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Ariana, Ms. Hasna Gharbi. The team examined the components of the organic farms, including olive trees, fig trees, citrus orchards, and organic rose plantations of Ariana.
Appropriate technical advice was also provided to ensure high-quality production.
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Visitors: First-year Master's students in Waste Management, Treatment, and Valorization, and Master's students in Environmental Eco-Monitoring from the Higher Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology of Mahdia.
Subject: Presentation of compost production techniques.
Supervision: Hanem Grissa.
As part of the implementation of the national strategy adopted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Hydraulic Resources and Fisheries concerning the management and valorization of olive mill wastewater (OMW), and given the strategic importance of the Sfax governorate as Tunisia's leading olive-producing region, the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Sfax organized, on February 17, 2026, an informational and field demonstration day for a group of local farmers.
This event was held in collaboration with the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB), the Essalama Agricultural Complex, the Olive Institute, the organic certification body ECOCERT, and with the participation of the Regional Union of Agriculture and Fisheries of Sfax and the Regional Section of the Order of Engineers of Sfax.
The proceedings were attended by the Director General of the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture, the President of the Regional Union of Agriculture and Fisheries, and the Director of the Essalama Agricultural Complex in Menzel Chaker.
Mr. Youssef Amor, Director of Experimentation and Communication at CTAB, in coordination with the Head of the Organic Agriculture Division at the Regional Commissionner and representatives from the various partner institutions.
The technical day featured a practical demonstration of OMW land application on an organically managed olive orchard within the Essalama Agricultural Complex. This hands-on session enabled participants to:
- Discover recommended application techniques and dosage protocols;
- Engage in real-time discussion on operational implementation procedures;
- Raise questions and submit proposals regarding key technical challenges associated with applying the approved technical package, notably:
* L'homogénéité de répartition de la margine et la nécessité d'adopter des systèmes de pompage adaptés ;
* La gestion différenciée de la margine issue d'olives non biologiques, afin d'éviter tout mélange avec la margine certifiée biologique.
Several forward-looking recommendations were discussed to enhance the energy valorization of OMW and to encourage youth engagement in this sector. Proposals included fostering innovative entrepreneurial initiatives (development companies, civil society enterprises, etc.) leveraging cutting-edge digital technologies such as geomatics and artificial intelligence.
In his concluding statement, the Director General of the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture reaffirmed his institution's commitment and openness to collaborate with all relevant stakeholders. The objective is to develop concrete, evidence-based solutions to identified technical constraints, thereby strengthening this national strategy and optimizing the sustainable valorization of olive mill wastewater within the framework of organic agriculture.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture animated a practical information day on "Compost Production Techniques in Organic Agriculture" at the Green Village organic farm, located in the Babouch region, Ain Draham delegation, benefiting women in rural areas.
On this occasion, Engineer Hanem Grissa presented theoretical and practical presentations aimed at female farmers on February 17, 2026, in partnership with the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Jendouba.
This event was organized in coordination with the General Direction of Organic Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Tunisia, as part of the "BIOREST" project.
Mrs. Faten Ksouri Mansour participated on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, in a workshop organized by the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Agricultural Development Commission of Nabeul, which includes different interventions in the field of agrotourism and this as part of the project to develop a sustainable and equitable bio tourism sector for the benefit of the Tunisian regions and their inhabitants "BIOTED" in the Agricultural Development and Company (SMVDA) Al-Rajhi Ferjani in Bouargoub's delegation of Nabeul.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture animated a practical information day on "Compost Production Techniques in Organic Agriculture" for the benefit of the "Al-Ikhlas" Agricultural Services Cooperative, located in the model zone of Majel Belabbas, Kasserine Governorate.
The session was animated by Engineer Hanem Grissa, who presented both theoretical and practical presentations to cooperative members, aimed at strengthening their skills in organic matter valorization and sustainable compost production in organic farming. The event took place on February 16, 2026, in partnership with the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Kasserine.
This event was organized in coordination with the General Direction of Organic Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Tunisia, as part of the "BIOREST" project.
Mr. Hatem Chehidi, representative of the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture, attended the training workshop on "The Contribution of Development Structures and the Socio-Economic Environment to the Optimal Utilization of Local Fodder Resources in Animal Nutrition," held on February 16, 2026, at the Regional Research Center for Field Crops in Beja.
Ms. Faten Ksouri Mansour participated on Monday February 16th, 2026 in at a follow up of a trial in the organic farm of Mr. Habib Helal in Hedadre of the Governorate of Monastir, with the collaboration of the Technical Center of Organic Agriculture (CTAB) and the Regional Commissioner for Agricultural Development (CRDA) of Monastir.
The trial is to study the adaptation of the post-season potato organic crop.
Thus, during this day, yield was estimated and also the tuber calibration study.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture conducted a training session organized in collaboration with the Organic Agriculture Division and the Rural Women's Support Unit of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development (CRDA) of Tunis. The session focused on "The organic production, processing, and marketing of aromatic and medicinal plants."
The activity took place on February 12–13, 2026, at the headquarters of the Agricultural Development Group for Rural Women "Rawabi Al-Amal", located in M'ghira, Tunis Governorate, and was for the benefit of rural women.
The training was animated by Engineer Salaheddine Souguir and Engineer Faten Mansour.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture animated a practical information day on "Compost Production Techniques in Organic Agriculture" for the benefit of the Agricultural Development Group "El Khlanj" in Nefza. On this occasion, Engineer Hanem Grissa presented theoretical and practical presentations aimed at farmers and technicians on February 13, 2026, in partnership with the Organic Agriculture Divisions of the Regional Agricultural Development Commissionners (CRDA) of Béja, Siliana, and Sousse.
This event was organized in coordination with the General Direction of Organic Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Tunisia, as part of the "BIOREST" project.
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Visitors: A group of 8th year students from the private preparatory school « Les Elites » in Sousse.
Subject: Presentation of the bases and principles of organic Agriculture, fertilization and protection.
Supervision: Sondess Hebali
The representative of the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB), Engineer Faten Ksouri, animated a training session on February 10–11, 2026, in Zarzouna (Bizerte), in coordination with the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Bizerte – Organic Agriculture Division and the General Direction of Organic Agriculture. The session focused on "The Importance of Traceability in the Marketing of Organic Products."
Mr. Youssef AMOR General Engineer and Director of Experimentation and Communication at the Technical Center of Organic Agriculture (CTAB) participated in the animation of an information day on on "Good Practices to Improve the Quality of Organic Dates." The event was organized by the Bijoux de l'Oasis Association in Noueil, Kébili Governorate, and the Date Company "Ettaoufik," in collaboration with the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development (CRDA) of Kébili : Organic Agriculture Division (DAB) along with the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB) and the Technical Date Center (CTD). The event took place on February 10, 2026, at the Youth House in Golaa, Kébili.
Technicians and farmers from the region attended the event.
Ms. Sonia Halouani, Head of the Production Techniques Department, and Ms. Sondès Hebali, Head of the Processing, Storage and Quality Department at the Technical Centre for Organic Agriculture (CTAB), led an informational workshop on "organic beekeeping," organized in collaboration with the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development (CRDA) of Siliana.
Date and place : February 10, 2026, at the headquarters of the Regional Union of Agriculture and Fisheries (URAP) in El Krib.
Mr. Youssef AMOR, General Engineer and Director of Experimentation and Communication at the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB), participated on February 9th in leading a field day on "organic pomegranate fertilization," organized by the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development (CRDA) of Gabes – Organic Agriculture Division (DAB) – and the Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB) within the framework of the "BIOREST" project. The event took place on an organic pomegranate farm in Zarat, Gabes Governorate, for the benefit of a group of farmers.
Date: Monday, February 09, 2025
Visitors: Two groups of 8th year students from the private preparatory school « Les Elites » in Sousse.
Subject: Presentation of the bases and principles of organic Agriculture, fertilization and protection.
Supervision: Salaheddine SOUGUIR.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture conducted a training session on "Composting in Organic farming" in coordination with the Organic Agriculture Division of the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development in Nabeul, on February 5th and 6th, 2026, at the headquarters of the Rural Women's Group in Beni Ayech, delegation of Korba. This session was led by Ms. Hanem Grissa, General Engineer at the CTAB, through theoretical presentations on the first day.
On the second day, a practical session on compost production was organized at an organic farm in Beni Ayech.
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture (CTAB), in partnership with the Women’s Rural Support Division at the Regional Agricultural Development Commissioner (CRDA) of Nabeul, organized a training day on “Organic Production of Aromatic and Medicinal Plants.”
Held on February 5, 2026, in Menzel Temim, the event was designed for rural women's associations across the Nabeul governorate.
Led by Mr. Salaheddine Souguir, the session aimed to strengthen participants' technical expertise in the organic cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants while highlighting the economic opportunities offered by this sector.
The Technical Center of Organic Agriculture (CTAB) participated in the organization of an information day on “the integrated control of the main pests and diseases of the fig tree”, organized by the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development (CRDA) in Siliana: Directorate of Organic Agriculture (DAB) as part of the implementation of the components of the “PROFITS” project
This information day was hosted by Ms and Mrs :
- Sameh Jbeli : CRDA Siliana,
- Mohamed Kamel : Regional coordinator of the “PROFITS” project,
- Youssef Amor: CTAB,
- Haifa khaireddine and Mohamed Brahem : CRRHAB Chott Meriem,
- Hajer Rgaieg and Khaled Abbes: ISA Chott Meriem.
Researchers, technicians and farmers from the region were present during this day.
Date and place : February 5, 2026 at the house of culture in Kessra Governorate of Siliana
The Technical Center for Organic Agriculture animated field training days on the theme "Compost production from organic resources in agricultural fatming." Engineer Hanem Grissa delivered theoretical and practical sessions for farmers and technicians on the following dates :
- February 2, 2026, at an agricultural cooperative in Zarat (Gabès Governorate), in partnership with the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Gabès – Organic Agriculture Division ;
- February 3, 2026, at the experimental farm of the Technical Center for Dates in Douz (Kébili Governorate), in partnership with the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Medenine and Kebili – Organic Agriculture Division, as well as the Technical Center for Dates ;
- February 4, 2026, in the Hezoua oasis (Tozeur Governorate), in partnership with the Regional Commissionner for Agricultural Development of Tozeur – Organic Agriculture Division and the Technical Center for Dates.
These training days were organized in coordination with the General Direction of Organic Agriculture and the FAO Tunisia office, within the framework of the "BIOREST" project.
