"After two dry seasons and the pandemic situation, the agricultural sector is expected to grow significantly compared to 2020,'' the Ministry noted.

The projected production of the three main types of cereals for the crop year 2020-2021 is estimated at 98 million quintals, an increase of 54.8% compared to the average of five years (63.3 million quintals) and 206% compared to the previous campaign, it said.

Besides cereals, other crops show a favorable state including beetroot, according to the Ministry.

Citrus and olive trees, which are on their blooming stage, are showing good prospects but remain dependent on weather conditions, particularly May and June temperatures.