Growing More Olives with Less Water

Abstract

Despite the importance of olive
production in Morocco and Syria,
the absence of modern production
methods such as irrigation prevent
the sector from reaching its full
potential. Although widespread
water-scarcity in North Africa and
the Middle East complicate the shi 
to surface irrigation, smart interventions
such as rational irrigation
systems and e cient water management
practices could boost yields,
raise incomes, and reduce chronic
water stress