Ramli agricultural system in the lagoons of Ghar El Melh
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| Project's full title | Ramli agricultural system in the lagoons of Ghar El Melh |
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| Introduction | Ramli, ethymologically on sand, are agricultural practices that grow crops on sandy substrates in the lagoons of Ghar El Melh. The roots of the plants are fed by the rainwater stored and floating on the surface of the sea water through the movements of the tides. |
| Country | Tunisia |
| Start date | 2020 |
| Status | Designated |
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Proposal: Ramli agricultural system in the lagoons of Ghar El Melh, Tunisia01/2020Ramli, ethymologically on sand, are agricultural practices that consist of growing crops on sandy substrates. These very singular gardens were created in the 17th century by the Andalusian diaspora to cope with the lack of cultivable land and fresh water. |
| Tags | IntegratedAgriculturalSystem TraditionalSystem Water managment |