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Sand-dune Fixation in Somalia

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  24 August 2009

Flavio Fagotto
Affiliation:
Via Torino 77, 76100 Siracusa, Italy; formerly Professor of Zoology, Somali University of Afgoi, Mogadishu, and UNDP Project Manager for Sand-dune Fixation Projects in South Somalia.

Extract

Sand-dune fixation is an important step in the struggle against desertification, which latter is gaining strength in Somalia. The objective is not only to fight erosion and to stabilize the dunes, but also to raise some revenue for residents through reafforestation and agricultural schemes.

Type
Main Papers
Copyright
Copyright © Foundation for Environmental Conservation 1987

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