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Native species restoring degraded silvopastoral systems in dry regions

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Title Native species restoring degraded silvopastoral systems in dry regions
 
Creator Ouled Belgacem, Azaiez
 
Contributor Hassan, Sawsan
Louhaichi, Mounir
 
Subject arid regions
sustainable restoration
 
Description This blog explores the importance of restoring degraded silvopastoral systems in arid North Africa, specifically Tunisia, where human activities, such as overgrazing and cultivation, coupled with unpredictable weather patterns, have led to severe economic and ecological consequences. To address irreversible degradation, ICARDA, under the CGIAR's Livestock and Climate Initiative, collaborates with national partners and agencies to transform rehabilitation strategies. Previous attempts with non-native species revealed limitations, prompting a shift to well-adapted native species. Challenges associated with exotic varieties include high demand, limited nursery capacity, and inadequate seedling quality. Through webinars and field events, ICARDA emphasizes the value of native species. Despite their slow growth, indigenous species showcase superior adaptability, especially in harsh conditions. Pilot sites in Zaghouan and Beni Khedeche demonstrate successful reseeding and tree planting. Future efforts focus on overcoming seed quantity and quality issues, establishing pilot nurseries, promoting non-conventional water use, and fostering Public-Private Partnerships for sustainable restoration.
 
Date 2024-01-22T16:20:30Z
2024-01-22T16:20:30Z
 
Type Blog
 
Identifier https://www.icarda.org/media/news/native-species-restoring-degraded-silvopastoral-systems-dry-regions
https://mel.cgiar.org/reporting/downloadmelspace/hash/e50f624b2b19d5e625844484c3a9c555/v/1c0a9373b03ecd0f2b26d8615a7876fb
Azaiez Ouled Belgacem, Sawsan Hassan, Mounir Louhaichi. (10/1/2024). Native species restoring degraded silvopastoral systems in dry regions. URL: https://www.icarda.org/media/news/native-species-restoring-degraded-silvopastoral-systems-dry-regions
https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11766/69091
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Language en
 
Rights CC-BY-SA-4.0
 
Format PDF
 
Publisher International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)