Dr. Khaled Abu Hammour, Director General of the National Agricultural Research Center, emphasized during his visit to the Deir Alla Center today that the grading, packaging, and cooling workshop in Deir Alla will serve as a pivotal training hub for the local community and women in cooperative and charitable associations. The focus will be on effective methods of packaging, grading, and cooling, which is expected to enhance the marketing of agricultural products, particularly those produced by rural women participating in bazaars and festivals, notably the National Olive Festival.
During the visit, Dr. Abu Hammour engaged with researchers and administrators at the Deir Alla Agricultural Research Center. He encouraged his colleagues to elevate agricultural scientific research through the various research projects implemented at the Deir Alla Agricultural Research Station, which contribute significantly to scientific advancement and the transfer of modern technology. This, in turn, will have a positive impact on sustainable agricultural development.
The Director of the Deir Alla Agricultural Research Center and the Head of the Deir Alla Agricultural Research Station provided a comprehensive overview of the center's activities and operations.
In the meeting, Dr. Abu Hammour listened to the researchers and administrators discuss the key challenges facing scientific research and the primary solutions to foster a conducive work environment, bridge the gap between research centers and administration, and overcome obstacles to advance agricultural scientific research.
Dr. Abu Hammour highlighted that every colleague, whether a researcher, administrator, or support staff, plays an essential role in the success and development of scientific research. Each individual in their respective position contributes to enhancing the work environment.
At the conclusion of the visit, the employees expressed their gratitude for the Director General's attention to their fundamental needs, which are crucial for the development of scientific research and the promotion of agricultural growth in the Jordan Valley region.