2024-11-10 11:50:00
The decree relating to the fixing of cereal prices, as well as the modalities of their payment, storage and transfer for the 2024/2025 agricultural season, was recently published in the Official Journal of the Tunisian Republic (Jort). This decree aims to ensure optimal harvest management and to support the cereal industry in a difficult economic context.
According to this decree, the base prices for the 2024 harvest are set at 90 dinars per quintal for durum wheat and 70 dinars per quintal for soft wheat. These prices apply to the production and purchase of healthy, clean and marketable cereals. This measure aims to guarantee the stability of producers’ income while ensuring sufficient supply on the market.
The decree also allows complete freedom in the trade of barley and triticale. However, an intervention price of 55 dinars per quintal was set for cereals delivered by producers to collection and storage companies.
The decree also proposes a series of incentives to encourage the rapid delivery of cereals to collectors. Thus, an exceptional premium is planned: 40 dinars per quintal for durum wheat, 30 dinars for soft wheat, and 25 dinars for barley and triticale, subject to delivery before August 31, 2024 for cereals. wheat and before July 10, 2024 for barley and triticale.
Producers can also benefit from this exceptional bonus if the quantities of durum and soft wheat harvested in 2024 are exchanged for certified seeds before December 31, 2024.
In addition, an incentive bonus has been put in place to encourage rapid deliveries. It amounts to 10 dinars per quintal for wheat, valid until August 31, 2024, and 10 dinars for barley and triticale, until July 10, 2024.
For its part, the Cereals Office also benefits from a monthly storage bonus to cover the costs relating to the conservation of cereal stocks from the 2024 harvest. The amount of this bonus is set at 1.539 dinars per quintal for the durum wheat, 1.243 dinars for soft wheat, and 1.086 dinars for barley and triticale.
In addition, seed collectors must pay specific sums to the Cereals Office to finance this storage bonus. These amounts vary depending on the type of cereal, with contributions ranging from 6.517 dinars for barley and triticale to 9.238 dinars for durum wheat per quintal.
In return, the Cereals Office pays collectors a series of bonuses: collection bonus, storage bonus, and transport bonus. These bonuses are calculated and distributed according to the agreements established between the Cereals Office and the collectors, with the submission of monthly reports before the 15th of each month for the previous month. This mechanism aims to guarantee transparent and efficient management of cereals in the country.
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**Interview with Dr. Samira Ben Ali, Agricultural Economist**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Ben Ali. The recent decree published in the Official Journal of the Tunisian Republic regarding cereal prices has generated significant interest. Can you explain the key aspects of this decree and what it aims to achieve for the Tunisian agricultural sector?
**Dr. Ben Ali:** Thank you for having me. The decree sets the base prices for durum wheat at 90 dinars per quintal and for soft wheat at 70 dinars per quintal for the 2024 harvest. This is a crucial step aimed at stabilizing farmers’ incomes amidst the current economic challenges. By setting these prices, the government seeks to ensure that producers have a fair return for their efforts while maintaining a healthy supply of cereals in the market.
**Editor:** There are also provisions concerning the trade of barley and triticale. Can you elaborate on that?
**Dr. Ben Ali:** Absolutely. The decree allows complete freedom in trading barley and triticale, which is a positive move for those commodities. Additionally, an intervention price of 55 dinars per quintal has been established for cereals delivered to collection and storage companies. This dual approach is intended to encourage both market dynamics and the necessary oversight to protect producers.
**Editor:** What incentives does the decree offer to encourage the timely delivery of cereals to collectors?
**Dr. Ben Ali:** The decree includes an exceptional premium of 40 dinars as an incentive for producers who deliver their cereals promptly to collectors. This is crucial for ensuring that the harvest is managed effectively and that the supply chain operates smoothly. It encourages farmers to sell their products in a timely manner, helping to prevent post-harvest losses.
**Editor:** In a broader context, how do you see this decree impacting the Tunisian economy, particularly in light of the current challenges?
**Dr. Ben Ali:** This decree can be seen as an essential intervention in supporting the agricultural sector, which is a vital part of the Tunisian economy. By stabilizing prices and encouraging efficient supply chains, the government aims to enhance food security and empower our farmers. In the face of economic difficulties, these measures should contribute to resilience in the agricultural sector, with a more stable supply of essential food products.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. Ben Ali. It’s clear that this decree is designed to address both immediate challenges and support the long-term sustainability of Tunisia’s agricultural industry.
**Dr. Ben Ali:** Thank you for having me. It’s an important time for Tunisian agriculture, and I hope these measures will lead to positive outcomes for our farmers and the economy at large.