Agriculture in Hadhramaut
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Agriculture in Hadhramaut occupies an important place among the economic sectors. A large percentage of the labor force in the governorate is engaged in agriculture. The arable land is estimated at 34,657 hectares in 2003. Fruits constitute 38%, animal feed 26%, cereals 24%, vegetables 9% and other crops 3%. Agricultural production is concentrated in Wadi Hadhramaut and in Wadi Hajr. The most significant agricultural products are wheat, dates, sesame, lemon, tobacco and henna.
The sector has witnessed the completion of 32 projects during the period 1990-2004, at a total cost of YR 2.3 billion plus $ 1 million. Two further strategic projects shared with other governorates cost YR 3.2 billion. The most prominent completed projects is the Wadi Hadhramaut Agricultural Development Project (Second Stage), the Wadi Hajr or Hajr Development Project, and the Development of the Agricultural Cooperatives in the Eastern Region. These projects have contributed to almost doubling the arable land over the last 15 years. Productivity also increased due to the construction of dams and water installations, the provision of agricultural equipment, and support to agricultural extension. Other prominent projects are the Wadi Hadhramaut Agricultural Development Project (Third Stage), and the Southern Regional Rural Development Project which is implemented in participation with other governorates at a cost of $ 45 million.
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