The southern part of the Mediterranean basin is among the regions that are characterized by recurrent droughts and it is threatened by the effects of climate change. To deal with these problems in wheat, improved techniques ...

This technical report presents the first results of the study that looks at how intensive irrigation and rising groundwater tables have increased soil salinity. It assesses the current state of groundwater levels, groundwater ...

Approaches that can help reduce future water shortages and increase food production in the Mediterranean region include the capture of more rainwater and better use of scarce irrigation water. The objective of this study ...

Synthesis of Regional Expert Meeting on Highland Agriculture November 2011, Karaj, Iran. The objective of this report is to review the current status, constraints and potential of   highlands in Iran, Morocco and Turkey ...

The aim of this publication is an introduction to CA for farmers, extension specialists and researchers, based on experiences in the HSAD project in northern Iraq and other projects within the region and around the globe. ...

The Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) and the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) share a common mission of alleviating poverty and promoting economic and social ...