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Drought-hit Morocco Turns To Desalination To Save Vegetable Bounty

Farmers irrigate their field in the Chtouka region of southern Morocco (Credit: AFP)

On the drought-stricken plains of Morocco's Chtouka region, cherry tomato farms stretch as far as the eye can see, clinging to life through a single, environmentally contentious lifeline: desalination.

"We wouldn't be here without it," said Abir Lemseffer, who manages production for the tomato giant Azura.

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