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 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…
Executive Summary Strawberry cultivation in the Yemeni highlands represents one of the most successful narratives of modern agricultural transformation post-2015. It serves as a highly profitable cash crop alternative to Qat cultivation and a primary driver for the employment of…
