North Sinai youth on a visit to “Al-Fayrouz”, the largest fish farming project in the Middle East
Nasa’ North Sinai on a visit to “Fayrouz”..The largest fish farming project in the Middle East
In a scene that reflects the spirit of development that the Egyptian state seeks to consolidate among new generations, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, through the “Central Administration for Youth Development – General Administration of Programs and Activities,” organized a field visit for 50 young people in North Sinai Governorate to the giant “Fayrouz” fish farming project in eastern Port Said.
The “Fayrouz” project is one of the largest fisheries projects in the Middle East, and it embodies a strategic shift towards a green economy, employing water resources to produce safe food, enhancing self-sufficiency and raising the efficiency of food supply chains. Through this visit, the Ministry opened the windows of knowledge to young people. To understand how land and water are transformed into added value in the future of their country.
Visit activities
The visit included several activities: Including:
A comprehensive field tour inside the project facilities
The youth had the opportunity to learn about the latest fish farming techniques, starting from the hatching stages, through feeding, and all the way to harvesting. They also listened to detailed explanations from those in charge of the project about ways to improve production and apply environmental standards in the various operational stages.
This field experience was not only a lesson in development, but also an opportunity to consolidate belonging. Direct contact with this type of project enhances young people’s sense of responsibility and encourages them to think about ways to participate in similar projects in the future, whether through work, development, or even community initiative, which represents the nucleus of a more aware and productive sustainable society.
Introductory meetings about the project objectives
During the introductory meetings held during the visit, participants learned about the project’s strategic objectives, which go beyond fish production to include creating a broader social and economic impact. Project officials explained how “Turquoise” contributes to reducing the import bill, providing real job opportunities for the people of the governorates, while laying the foundations for a food production system based on environmental balance.
Awareness sessions on the importance of productive projects
The activities also included awareness sessions on the importance of productive projects in the development of Sinai, as it is one of the most important and promising regions in the state’s development map. It was highlighted how projects such as “Al-Fayrouz” can be a model for other governorates, especially in border areas that need more targeted development investments.
This type of event promotes new concepts among young people, such as the blue economy, sustainable agriculture, and rational management of natural resources. Through the experience, participants emerge with good knowledge and inspiration that prompts them to think about the future responsibly.
The role of the Ministry of Youth and Sports in building the new generation
This visit comes within a series of programs and activities adopted by the Ministry of Youth and Sports with the aim of developing young people’s awareness and linking them directly to the development reality that the country is witnessing. The Ministry – through its central administration for youth development – works to transform development concepts into living experiences that are planted in the minds of young people and later bear fruit in their decisions and behavior.
Involving young people in activities like this is not limited to entertainment only, but rather is a long-term investment in human capital. When young people become aware of the reality of productive projects, they realize the challenges and opportunities, and they transform from passive recipients of information to actual participants in shaping the present and the future.
The importance of these programs also lies in the fact that they contribute to reducing the marginalization that some regions, such as North Sinai, may suffer, by involving their youth in comprehensive national programs that reflect their affiliation and give them the tools for thinking, work, and development. This was evident in the participants’ interaction with the details of the project and their eagerness to ask questions and discuss solutions.
Towards a sustainable future
Modern fish farming projects such as “Al-Fayrouz” rely on advanced technologies that ensure efficient water use, reduce emissions, and enhance the production cycle in light of environmental considerations. This places them in the category of green projects that meet the standards of a sustainable economy, and are an important lever for the goals ofSustainable Development, especially Goal (2) “Eliminating Hunger,” and Goal (12) “Consumption and Production The two officials.”
In conclusion, the visit of North Sinai youth to the “Turquoise” project provides an effective model for connecting youth directly with development issues, and expanding their awareness of the importance of food security and environmental investment in building a more stable future. The project not only represents a breakthrough in the fish farming sector, but also reflects a shift in the way natural resources are used to serve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and gives new generations an opportunity to understand their role in this transformation.
Hence, the “Turquoise” project represents an advanced example of green production projects, which succeed in combining technology, the social dimension, and economic and environmental awareness. Therefore, theThe Earth Guards Foundation stresses the necessity of involving young people in such realistic experiences, to build a society that knows the value of its resources, and whose members participate consciously and responsibly in shaping the features of the future.
