Between temporary flexibility and long-term vision, international food security expert Dr. Fadel ELZUBI explained that short-term flexibility (allowing up to 10% breakage at the port of arrival for a period of three months) is necessary to avoid feed shortages and to mitigate the impact of regional conflicts on supplies.

ELZUBI cautioned: “But in the long run, a comprehensive framework is essential—one that diversifies import sources to reduce risks, adopts a graded quality system linking price to specifications and guiding usage, and develops strict monitoring mechanisms including regular testing for mycotoxins and nutritional elements.” He added that this composite model balances rapid crisis response with ensuring sustainability, quality, and fairness in pricing. It also requires supporting farmers through government policies and institutional coordination among the Ministry of Agriculture, agricultural industry chambers, breeders’ associations, and import agencies