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2 September 2026

In Yemen, dates provide lifeline for farmers with few economic options

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Source reporting: Al Jazeera English

In Yemen, dates provide lifeline for farmers with few economic options

Hindered by poor infrastructure and climate challenges, farmers in Yemen cling to traditional methods to harvest dates.

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