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Tipaza sunflower fields expanding
The article highlights Tébessa Province's efforts to expand sunflower cultivation as a strategic goal to reduce the import bill for cooking oil. Cultivation areas have significantly increased this season to 235 hectares, compared to 160 hectares last year. The farming relies on a contractual model that links farmers with private companies, ensuring the marketing of their produce and a profit margin, with an estimated yield reaching up to 20 quintals per hectare. The planting season begins in February and March and lasts for four months. However, the cultivation faces technical challenges, such as high humidity levels and the need to improve irrigation methods, as drip irrigation alone is insufficient, despite the availability of water resources compared to other provinces. Additionally, the price of a quintal exceeds 72,000 dinars, along with additional incentives. Awareness efforts are helping to reduce irresponsible behavior among citizens, which threatens production. Overall, the season's results show an increase in production, with opportunities to benefit from agricultural residues and expand the initiative, provided that technical challenges are addressed and citizen behaviors are improved to ensure sustainable success.
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