Water, energy and local food production
A Shanghai meeting with a Palestinian municipal representative explored agriculture under severe water, energy and supply constraints. The March 2024 discussion considered irrigation, soilless cultivation, green energy and small-scale processing as possible routes to more resilient local production and livelihoods.
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The association met a representative of Kafr Al-Deek in Shanghai on 21 March 2024. The report describes the difficulties facing agriculture, including restrictions on water and energy supply and dependence on external agricultural products.
Participants discussed water-saving irrigation and soilless cultivation, adapting production to local climate and resources, and the possible use of greener energy. Small-scale food-processing facilities were also considered as a means of adding value locally. These were cooperation topics, not reported completed projects.
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A working discussion on agricultural cooperation and local production needs.
World Farmer AssociationParticipants pictured together during the Shanghai agricultural-cooperation meeting.
World Farmer AssociationThe participants gathered for a group photograph after the exchange.
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