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Algerian Dates ( DEGLET NOUR )
The happy-harmonization of the vocation fruit of Algeria, which derives from its climate, its potential for irrigation development and consumption of fruits both in Algeria and in foreign markets, leading Algeria to plant 2,000 to 3000 ha. orchards per year. They are in addition to some 260,000 ha. that existed in 1950 and whose production was then estimated at nearly 8 million quintals, of which 2 1/2 for export.
The Algerian fruit production is very specialized, this is due both to climatic conditions as opportunities. Four species grouped up 90% of the area and yield: what are the olive, citrus, fig and date palm.
DATE PALM
The date palm is found particularly in low areas or low central and northern Sahara.
In southern Algeria,an estimated 6 million d |