Sustainable water use securing food production in dry area of the Mediterranean region

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Sustainable water use securing food production in dry area of the Mediterranean region

Sustainable water use securing food production in dry area of the Mediterranean region

Theme (water, food, energy): 

The objective is to use  non conventional crops (quinoa & Amaranth)  for  to improve the cropping systems  andy using non conventional water (Saline and Treated wastewater)
Important Results of the project are crop, field and water management tools for end-users in the agricultural and irrigation sector. Most of the research has been performed in a participatory manner, involving farmers and their communities directly in the work, and in addition has been undertaken constant interaction with stakeholders, such as private companies and governmental bodies, for mutual benefit.