Yara Germany, 12/10 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
apple aqoura laqlouq agriculture mountain
Each autumn, the mountains come alive to the rhythm of apples. From Aqoura to Laqlouq, and through Tannourine, the harvest keeps the heart of an entire region beating. An ancestral tradition that farmers strive to pass down to their children. Here, the apple is more than just a fruit; it’s a symbol of prosperity. And you, what’s your ...
Christiane Tager, 10/10 11:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon economy agriculture poultry market exports
With fields overflowing and fridges full, Lebanon’s potato and poultry producers are pleading with the government: curb chaotic imports, reopen land exports to Arab markets and guarantee fair prices to ensure their survival. The situation is both serious and absurd. In the agricultural sector, the talk is no longer about the weather but about ...
Christiane Tager, 11/09 10:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
European Union Gulf Saudi Arabia agriculture farmers
In a country where even bread is becoming a luxury, one might think the potato – king of family meals and star of mezze – is guaranteed a smooth ride. Yet behind every plate of crispy “batata” lies the story of farmers digging the soil… and digging deeper into debt. The Roots of the Problem According to the Ministry of Agriculture, ...
This is Beirut, 03/09 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
FAO Lebanon United Nations Nawaf Salam Agriculture
During a short visit to Beirut, a high-level delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) met with Lebanese leaders and international partners to strengthen cooperation and support projects aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector. Talks with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Minister of ...
Christiane Tager, 20/08 21:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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In many mountain communities, apples are far more than a dessert – they are an economic pillar. Families depend on the harvest to cover schooling, healthcare and daily expenses. When apples go unsold, the entire rural economy wobbles. Juice, jams, artisanal cider and vinegar exist as alternatives, but they are insufficient to handle ...
This Is Beirut, 17/07 14:35 - Reading : less than a minute
tajikistan apricot climate change agriculture
Tajik apricot farmers face an uncertain future as climate change brings drought, floods and shifting seasons to Central Asia’s key fruit-growing region.
Katia Kahil, 11/07 14:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hezbollah Israel South Lebanon agriculture Lebanon
Farming has always been a challenge in Lebanon—especially in the country’s south. Long overlooked by authorities, the agricultural sector has struggled to stay afloat. Over the past two years, the burden has only grown heavier. Regional instability, economic hardship, and institutional neglect are pushing the land—and those who tend it—to ...
Lyne Sammouri, 03/07 14:20 - Reading : less than a minute
morocco desalination water drought agriculture
Amid a prolonged drought driven by climate change, Morocco relies on energy-intensive desalination to sustain agriculture, despite high costs and environmental challenges.
Liliane Mokbel, 28/06 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
agriculture lebanon economy food
As Lebanon endures a prolonged economic crisis, one figure remains widely overlooked: the country’s agriculture sector generates over $4 billion annually when including the entire value chain: transport, packaging, and agro-food processing. On its own, raw agricultural production is valued at $2.2 billion per year. Strengthening agriculture and ...
This is Beirut, 27/06 13:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Syria is facing its worst climate crisis in 60 years. Drought, rising temperatures, and a significant drop in wheat production threaten millions. The impact on agriculture is devastating, with 16.3 million people now at risk of food insecurity. Farmers are losing their livelihoods, and the country’s breadbasket is drying up.
This is Beirut, 24/06 12:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon UN FAO Agriculture Census Data
Lebanon’s Ministry of Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) signed on Tuesday a new Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) to prepare for the next national agricultural census. This agreement marks the beginning of a crucial preparatory phase aimed at reviving the country’s agricultural data systems. ...
This is Beirut, 23/06 15:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon Parliament World Bank military grants agriculture
A joint parliamentary committee approved a draft law on Monday to open an additional credit line in the 2025 state budget, allocating monthly financial grants to military personnel. Under the proposed law, active-duty soldiers will receive LBP 14 million per month, while retired military personnel will receive LBP 12 million. Payments are ...