National grain collection reaches 9.1 million quintals, with Béja governorate leading production amid favorable weather conditions
Tunisia’s grain harvest has reached approximately 9.1 million quintals as of July 7, 2026, according to the country’s Grain Office, with collection operations gaining momentum following improved weather conditions nationwide.
The total harvest comprises 8.6 million quintals of consumption grains, accounting for 95 percent of collected produce, alongside 493,000 quintals of raw certified seed grains procured from seed production companies, representing the remaining 5 percent.
Regional Production Leaders
The northwestern governorate of Béja has emerged as the primary contributor to the national harvest, delivering 2 million quintals – representing 21.9 percent of the total collection. The region’s agricultural output significantly outpaced other producing areas.
Le Kef followed with 1.3 million quintals (13.8 percent), while Bizerte contributed 1.23 million quintals (13.4 percent). Siliana recorded 1.21 million quintals (13.3 percent), and Jendouba rounded out the top five with 966,000 quintals (10.6 percent).
Additional Contributions
Other governorates made substantial contributions to the national grain stockpile, with Kairouan delivering 643,000 quintals, Zaghouan contributing 605,000 quintals, and Manouba adding 560,000 quintals. Smaller yields were recorded in Nabeul (220,000 quintals), Ariana (123,000 quintals), Kasserine (115,000 quintals), Gafsa (107,000 quintals), Sidi Bouzid (98,000 quintals), Sousse (3,000 quintals), and Mahdia (59 quintals).
Strategic Reserve Development
The Grain Office announced that regional technical committees are currently selecting barley from the 2026 harvest to establish a strategic reserve of certified barley seed for future planting seasons, ensuring agricultural sustainability for upcoming cycles.
Operational Oversight and Payments
Inspection teams are conducting regular visits to collection centers and grain grading laboratories nationwide to monitor working conditions, oversee grain transfer operations, and guarantee timely payments to farmers. As of July 7, approximately 3.4 million quintals of grain have been transferred either to Grain Office storage facilities or sold to flour mills.
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