Areas of responsibilities:

Creation of condusive environment for citizens to work in agricultural activities (Cropping, livestock & fishing)  
Cooperation with local government agents to spread vegetation and combat desertification and land degradation.
Encourage private sector to contribute to plant & livestock development endeavors.
Application of pests & epidemics control programs & strategies.
Supply support to marketing of national production on an economical framework basis.
Tighten control on quality and health safety measures of food and seed products in coordination with the other competent organizations and institutions.
Establishment and management of research and applied studies centers and extension fields.
Cooperation and coordination with the Gulf Cooperation Council states with respect to the agricultural and environmental issues.