Iraqi date farmers fight drought to protect national treasure

Ali Abed, using a metal and fabric harness, begins climbing a palm tree in Iraq to reach the dates, symbolic of the country’s national identity. Iraq’s once abundant palm trees are under threat due to drought and climate change, impacting its ancient date-growing culture that has already faced challenges from past conflicts, such as the war with Iran. Despite these challenges, the lush countryside still holds remnants of Iraq’s rich agricultural heritage.

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