Wissam Hourani

Support research, data analysis and technical documentation on food security and food-systems transformation in the Arab region; coordinate with UN entities and partners and contribute to reports, briefs and visual materials.

Provide consultancy and design services for farms and agricultural projects including organic conversion and sustainable pest management, and manage a family-owned hectare of citrus and tropical fruits using sustainable practices.

Led spatial planning for the agriculture sector to identify high-potential areas for market entry and delivered data-driven market feasibility studies and recommendations to inform decision-making.

Supported implementation of a seed production network to strengthen rural food sovereignty, tracked activities against targets, provided technical assistance, and designed capacity-building workshops for network members.

Conducted market research on agricultural products across Lebanon, analyzed crop protection challenges and delivered technical training on pest control methods and safe application practices.

PhD in Agrochemistry completed at the University of Forestry in Sofia with research focused on agrochemical applications and plant production.

Completed an MSc in Mediterranean Organic Agriculture with coursework and practical training on organic farming systems and sustainable production.

Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering specializing in Plant Production covering crop production, protection, and agronomic practices.