In the orchards along Syria’s coast, the citrus problem does not end with abundant production. It begins there. Each year, thousands of tons of oranges and lemons are harvested, yet a significant share never reaches consumers. Farmers face two difficult options: sell at a loss or leave crops to spoil. In peak seasons, production approaches 800,000 tons, but the marketing system cannot absorb the surplus. As a result, what should be a profitable …
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