The agricultural sector in Egypt is characterized by diversity and productivity. The agricultural sector constitutes 14.7% of the gross domestic product in Egypt and employs about 8.5 million people, which constitutes 32% of the Egyptian labor market. It is characterized by spices, including turmeric, saffron, sesame, coriander, cumin, ginger, cardamom, and black cumin. Herbs include mint, hibiscus, cumin, marjoram and other types