Describes how dryland farming is being practised and developed, especially in the northern regions of the country (PDF file).

Online book describing the crops, practices and history of cultivation in the area, with statistics.

On the management of this land, its over-use and desertification.

Describes the benefits of using diverse and sustainable farming methods in the region (PDF file).

Describing the advantages and use of direct seeding for revegetating arid lands.

Includes research, staff, programs, and contact information.

Describing techniques which have been developed and implemented by rural farmers.

Database and explanatory site for research of water use by date palms under conditions of salinity and excess boron. Project of the Center for Water Use Efficiency of Arava Research and Development, Israel.

Information on sustainable agriculture for arid and semi arid regions. Includes maps, links, lists of projects.

Includes information relevant to West Asia and North Africa. Describes agricultural innovations in cereal farming and legume pastures for livestock.