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oPt: Gaza Strip’s agriculture and livestock sectors show early signs of recovery amid widespread destruction
By Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations at ReliefWeb
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
. However, most of the greenhouse infrastructure – more than 81 percent – remains damaged and out of production, severely limiting farmers’ capacity to grow food for a population in desperate need. The assessment found that approximately 24 hectares of damaged greenhouses were rehabilitated between
Key takeaway Between November 2025 and May 2026, Gaza's small ruminant population increased for the first time since the escalation of conflict in October 2023.
Why this matters
The recovery of Gaza's agriculture and livestock sectors is crucial for the population's food security, as the territory relies heavily on local production to meet its needs. The increase in small ruminant population and the rehabilitation of some greenhouses are positive signs, but the extensive damage to the overall agricultural infrastructure and cropland remains a significant challenge. The fact that 87 percent of Gaza's cropland and 81 percent of its greenhouse area remain damaged highlights the need for sustained support to farmers and the agricultural sector. The $1.44 billion in damage and $1.46 billion in losses incurred by the agrifood system also underscore the need for substantial investment in rehabilitation efforts. As farmers regain access to their land and resources, the focus will shift to providing them with the necessary inputs and support to restore production, which will be critical to improving food availability and reducing reliance on external aid.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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