Introduction Cattle (Bos taurus and Bos indicus) are the primary pillar of global animal production; the total global herd exceeds 1.5 billion head, contributing to the production of approximately 70 million metric tons of red meat and over 540 million…
Executive Summary This report provides a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of the cowpea value chain (locally known as “Dajr”) in Yemen, highlighting its current status, structural challenges, and latent investment opportunities. Official statistics from 2021 indicate that Yemen’s cowpea production…
Executive Summary This article presents a comprehensive evaluative and descriptive analysis of the carrot (Daucus carota) value chain in the Republic of Yemen. It aims to diagnose the current situation, identify structural gaps, and design a package of strategic interventions…
Introduction The plum (Prunus spp.) belongs to the Rosaceae family and the stone fruits genus. Geographically and evolutionarily, it is divided into two main branches: the European plum (Prunus domestica), which originated in the Caspian Sea basin, the Caucasus, and…
Introduction Arugula (Eruca sativa / Eruca vesicaria) belongs to the cruciferous family (Brassicaceae) and traces its historical origins to the Mediterranean basin, the Arabian Peninsula, and North Africa. Ancient Romans and Greeks utilized it as a fresh leafy vegetable, for…
Introduction The parsley crop (Petroselinum crispum) belongs to the Apiaceae family, with its wild origins traced back to the Mediterranean basin and Southern Europe. Historically, it was used for medicinal and culinary purposes before evolving into one of the most…
Introduction Camels (Camelus dromedarius) possess a history deeply rooted in human civilization since their domestication in the Arabian Peninsula over 3,000 to 4,000 years ago, serving as a cornerstone of the ecological and productive systems in arid and semi-arid regions…
Introduction Sodium chloride (NaCl), in its various geological forms such as rock salt (halite) or solar sea salt, is one of the oldest exploited mineral resources in human history and the most strategic non-metallic raw material for modern manufacturing. Annual…
Introduction Forage crops and grasses belonging to the Poaceae (grasses) and Fabaceae (legumes) families constitute the fundamental pillar of global food security and animal production systems. Following a historical trajectory where the domestication and evolution of ruminants were linked to…
Introduction The variety known locally as “Baladi Lime” (globally recognized as the Key Lime or Citrus aurantiifolia) dominates domestic production. It outperforms imported varieties thanks to its small size, thin rind, exceptionally high acidity, and pungent aromatic flavor. Despite these…
