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Desertification is the process by which land in arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas loses its natural productivity due to climate change and human activities. This phenomenon is characterized by a reduction in vegetation cover, depletion of water resources, and soil erosion. Desertification does not only refer to the expansion of existing deserts but also to the acquisition of desert-like characteristics by previously productive lands.CausesHuman ActivitiesNatural FactorsAffected RegionsTür

Water harvesting can be defined as the collection of runoff generated by precipitation to provide water for human, animal, or crop use. This method is a small-scale water resources technique that collects and stores rainwater through structural measures, and regulates and uses it for domestic and/or agricultural production purposes. The main purpose of water harvesting is to provide a reliable water supply in areas where groundwater and surface water resources are absent or where their developme