In cooperation with Jihad al Binaa Development Association and the Beqaa Cooperatives’ Department in Amal Movement, the Agriculture Authority of Baalbak-Hermel organized yesterday a specialized training session for coops in the area. The event was held under the patronage of the new agriculture minister, Ghazi Zeaiter, and with the presence of representatives of local coops in Baalbak region. The workshop covered topics related to management and budget planning for coop associations, with emphasis on the importance and know-how of sterilization of food processing plants. In conclusion, some 26 stainless steel containers for olive oil storage (100-liter capacity each) were distributed to participants, as a donation from the Ministry of Agriculture. (Al Diyar, February 3, 2017)