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 Asia Minor; and the Chinese or Japanese plum (Prunus salicina),…
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 competitive advantages and significant agricultural importance—where citrus cultivation accounts for…
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…
