Low rainfall raises farmers’ concerns in Tunisia

Tunisia’s rainy season was below average with a 30 percent decrease compared to the past season, according to official figures.

Since 90 percent of the major agricultural areas are rainfed, farmers fear a shortage of food production impacting Tunisia’s food security in case the country does not receive an abundant amount of rain in February and March.

Local farmers called on authorities to find solutions to cope with climate change, suggesting seawater desalination or wastewater recycling, for use in irrigation.