Afghan agencies are providing nomadic herders and rural farmers with everything from financial aid to veterinary services to weather the pandemic. Continue Reading
Category Archives: Conservation
This Is What You Need to Know about How a $2.2 Billion Deal Will Boost the Pine Nut Industry in Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s pine nut industry is thriving thanks in part to a significant investment from China. Continue Reading
This Is What You Need to Know about the Water Supply in the Middle East
As drought impacts the Middle East, leaders are focusing on repairing and expanding water supply infrastructure and encouraging conservation. Continue Reading
Innovative Project Helps Afghan Farmers to Increase Agricultural Production
A seven-year project designed to assist farmers in Afghanistan has led to an increase in crop production and improved horticultural practices. Continue Reading
Beekeeping Is Growing in Popularity in Afghanistan
Beekeeping has become one of Afghanistan’s most popular industries, as hundreds of beekeeping farms have been established across the country over the last few years. The farmers who operate them value the low-labor, income-producing practice. “It is an easy, simple job, and you only need a little money to start this business,” beekeeper Zamanuddin Ahmadi… Continue Reading
No Snow: A Growing Threat to Afghanistan’s Water Supply
Lack of snow has become a significant contributor to Afghanistan’s water shortage. Continue Reading
High-Quality Afghan Saffron Is Thriving in a Global Market
Saffron, a profitable crop that can prove challenging to grow, is creating a financial boom for Afghan farmers. Continue Reading
This Is How Improved Irrigation Can Save Crops from Climate Change
An irrigation system under construction in Afghanistan’s Bamiyan region could lead to a significant increase in the area’s crop production. Continue Reading
This Is How Smart Farmers Are Boosting Middle East Agriculture
Companies are building a sustainable agricultural system through hydroponic farming in the Middle East. Continue Reading
This Is What You Need to Know about How Better Farming Methods Have Improved the Health of Afghan Orchards
A program that teaches farmers modern techniques for cultivating orchards has revitalized the country’s fruit production. Continue Reading