Tunisia’s Organic Agricultural Exports Generate Nearly 700 Million Dinars in First Nine Months of 2026

Tunisia’s exports of organic agricultural products generated nearly 700 million dinars (MD) during the first nine months of 2026, according to the Tunisian Agency of Press (TAP). This figure was announced on Tuesday by Ezzeddine Ben Cheikh, Minister of Agriculture, Hydraulic Resources, and Fisheries, at the opening of a workshop dedicated to the sector’s future prospects.

Key Drivers and Strategic Advantages

The organic sector is primarily driven by olive oil and dates, offering significant advantages for diversifying agricultural production, creating added value, and improving farmers’ incomes. The source further explains that this sector also contributes to the preservation of natural resources and adaptation to climate change.

Strengthening Certification and Market Access

To sustain this momentum, the minister emphasized the need to strengthen product certification, control, and traceability to meet the stringent requirements of international markets. The European Union remains a strategic outlet for Tunisia’s organic exports.

Boosting the Domestic Market

Ben Cheikh also called for the development of the local market and better valorization of national productions. The goal is to ensure that the economic benefits of this activity more effectively reach producers and local communities.