The Land Without Soul

In recent years, Algeria has experienced significant changes in the agricultural sector. The death of many senior farmers and the migration of their children to cities have left farms neglected, turning them into lands without soul. This phenomenon reflects larger challenges Algeria faces due to climate change and migration.

The Sahara Desert makes up 90% of Algeria’s area, making the remaining agricultural land crucial for the economy and food security. However, this land faces significant threats, including a shortage of winter rainfall. This shortage negatively impacts crops as seasons become less regular, rainfall decreases, and temperatures rise, making farming more difficult and less productive.