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The Parsley Value Chain in Yemen

Bundles of fresh herbs in a woven basket overlooking terraced mountain farms and traditional stone village buildings

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 globally significant aromatic herbs and spices, both fresh and dried.…

The Strawberry Value Chain in Yemen

Cover image for the strawberry value chain study in Yemen

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 rural women and youth. The current national production for the…