Iraq embarks on tree-planting campaign – in pictures
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The administration of the Shiite holy shrines in Karbala have launched a campaign to plant thousands of trees in the outskirts of the holy city in southern Iraq. All photos: EPA -
The project also involves sowing agricultural crops such as wheat, barley, palm trees, olives, grapes and potatoes in the desert surrounding the city. -
The move is aimed at supporting the local Iraqi market, while the new trees will protect the city from sand and dust storms. -
It is hoped vast swathes of desert surrounding Karbala can be reclaimed. -
The project will not only boost agricultural output but preserve the environment, organisers hope. -
The effects of desertification have been in the spotlight after a series of dust storms hit the area.
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