Houthis expand agricultural revenue in Sanaa and Raymah

The Houthi group has imposed on farmers in Sana'a and Rima the obligation to provide cash and in-kind donations, including agricultural produce and quantities of fruits and vegetables, to support their fighters at the frontlines. These pressures, which involve seizing part of their harvests and imposing financial charges, place an additional burden on farmers who are already struggling with high production costs and worsening economic conditions. The group has also set up electronic scales on roads to collect fees on agricultural products at the point of sale, further exacerbating farmers' suffering and negatively affecting their modest incomes. These practices are part of the ongoing effort by the Houthis to gather resources from the areas they control, leading to a decline in agricultural production and adding burdens to the sector, amidst deteriorating living conditions and increasing economic pressures on farmers and local communities.

Size: 120%Text Size

Notice: This Is an AI-Generated Summary

Display The Full Article