Tunisian Amal Mekni Among FAO's 100 Heroine Women

✅ Good news — Flash Radio shares this positive update with you. Amal Mekni, Tunisian agronomy engineer and entrepreneur, has been honored by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as one of the 100 Heroine Women in agri-food systems. Her journey, from Béja to Rome, illustrates the impact of women in transforming Tunisian agriculture. She embodies innovative, inclusive, and sustainable agriculture through her farm and her commitment to women in rural areas. ⏱️ 1 min read. Recent facts and developments. Leading 'La Reine du Nord', a farm located in the governorate of Béja, Amal Mekni values local resources and develops value-creating activities. Her project, focused on livestock and dairy transformation, promotes local products while supporting rural women. Her agronomic expertise and leadership have turned challenges into economic and social opportunities. The FAO recognition fits within the framework of the International Year of Rural Women 2026. Over 600 applications were examined to select women whose work strengthens agri-food systems and promotes sustainable development. This distinction highlights the importance of the role of women in the fight against rural precarity and the promotion of agricultural innovation. Flash Radio keeps you informed in real time. ⚡ Key points ▸ Leading 'La Reine du Nord', a farm located in the governorate of Béja, Amal Mekni values local resources and develops value-creating activities. ▸ Over 600 applications were examined to select women whose work strengthens agri-food systems and promotes sustainable development. ▸ This distinction highlights the importance of the role of women in the fight against rural precarity and the promotion of agricultural innovation.