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: Middle East
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
Kabul Water Project Provides Jobs for Thousands of Afghans
A new project will employ thousands of Afghans to expand Kabul’s water system. 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
Startup Gets $100 Million Backing for Cutting-Edge Agriculture: This Is What You Need to Know
A new round of investment funding will help Pure Harvest expand its capacity for high-tech, efficient agriculture in the Middle East. Continue Reading
How Aggressive Tree Planting Could Help Afghanistan’s Environment
Efforts to plant millions of trees in Afghanistan are paying off by mitigating some extreme weather conditions and providing fresh food. Continue Reading
3 Innovative Products Improving Sustainability in the Middle East
Several companies are introducing biodegradable products in Middle Eastern markets this year that can increase sustainability in the region. Continue Reading
How Afghan Onions Came to the Rescue
Afghan farmers, along with those in neighboring countries, provided India with enough onions in 2019 to stave off sustained price increases. Continue Reading
Saudi’s Most Modern City Embraces New Technology
Learn how a planned “giga-project” in Saudi Arabia is reinventing city planning. Continue Reading