ICRC Distributes Agricultural Aid to 250 Farmers in Balkh’s Dowlatabad District

DID Press: The International Committee of the Red Cross has distributed agricultural equipment to 250 farmers in Dowlatabad District in northern Afghanistan.

According to officials, the assistance package included wheat harvesting machines and tarpaulins, aimed at strengthening food security, reducing post-harvest losses, and improving efficiency in agricultural activities.

The support is also intended to help farmers better preserve their crops and reduce damage during harvest seasons.

ICRC officials emphasized that supporting farmers means supporting household livelihoods and strengthening local communities, noting that agriculture plays a central role in Afghanistan’s economy and food supply.

Farmers in Dowlatabad welcomed the assistance, saying it will improve harvesting processes and crop storage capacity.