SALFIT: Israeli occupation forces have issued demolition notices for three poultry farms in the village of Deir Ballut, in the West Bank province of Salfit, marking a new escalation against agricultural activities in the region.

Local sources reported to WAFA that Israeli forces raided the Mrij area, located north of the village, and targeted the farms owned by Ibrahim Abdul Jawad. The forces instructed the workers to evacuate the premises in preparation for their demolition.

The affected farms include three distinct facilities: the first farm spans 1,200 square meters and houses 4,000 poultry along with two additional rooms; the second farm covers 700 square meters and is leased to the Creative Cooperative Association in the village, accommodating 10,000 poultry; and the third farm covers 400 square meters and holds 2,000 poultry.

Samir Nemer, the head of the Deir Ballut Municipality, told WAFA that these farms are vital to the village’s economy. He emphasized that their demolition would be a disaster for
both the owners and tenants, highlighting the crucial role these farms play in supporting the local economy and ensuring food security for the community.

In a related development earlier today, Israeli forces also issued six demolition notices in the nearby village of Rafat. These notices targeted a commercial shop, three inhabited homes, a stone-cutting factory, and a building materials store.

Source: Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA