KSIU Achieves Successful Wheat Cultivation Using High-Salinity Water at Ras Sudr Research Farm
King Salman International University has achieved a successful wheat cultivation season at its research farm in Ras Sudr, South Sinai, under harsh environmental conditions, reinforcing its commitment to applied scientific research and sustainable development.
This achievement comes in line with Egypt’s national strategy for scientific research—particularly the Sustainable Agricultural Development 2030 axis and Sinai development plans—as well as the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s direction toward supporting applied research.
The experiment was conducted in desert land using high-salinity well water reaching 5,000 ppm. Despite these challenging conditions, the wheat crop achieved a yield of approximately 16.5 ardeb (equivalent to 2.48 tons)—a strong indicator of productivity under saline irrigation.
The Faculty of Desert Agriculture highlighted that this success demonstrates the ability to transform environmental challenges into productive opportunities through the application of advanced scientific practices focused on optimizing water use efficiency.
This experiment represents a scalable and practical model for arid and semi-arid regions, contributing to the development of sustainable solutions for water scarcity, soil salinity, and agricultural productivity. It also supports national efforts toward food security and sustainable agricultural expansion, particularly in South Sinai.









