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Morocco, Aknoul Nursery
The Aknoul Nursery is a vital reforestation hub in Morocco’s Fes-Meknes Region. Chosen for its ideal climate and growing agricultural demand, the nursery cultivates high-value trees like olive, pomegranate, fig, and carob, supporting local farmers and combatting land degradation. The project began on 6 Feb 2025, with the first batch of trees planted as part of the 4,500 target.
Challenges in the community: The region faces significant challenges, including poverty, high rates of youth migration, gender inequality, and the increasing impacts of climate change, such as prolonged droughts. These issues threaten livelihoods, disrupt agricultural practices, and undermine community cohesion. The nursery is vital in creating a sustainable platform for positive change.
Benefits:
- Essential farming infrastructure to adapt to environmental changes.
- Stable employment.
- Women/youth empowerment with training and job opportunities.
- Greater social and economic inclusion.
- Food security.
- Agricultural sustainability.