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Turning Waste into Wealth: The Case of Date Palm Composting

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  • Lena Kalukuta Mahina
  • Khadija Chakroune
  • Abdelkader Hakkou
  • Bruno van Pottelsberghe de la Potterie
  • Touria Lamkami
  • El Mostafa Gagou

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This study investigates the economic viability of a new composting station dedicated to the recycling of date palm by-products. The field experiential analysis if performed in the Figuig Oasis (Morocco). It first provides evidence on the agronomic quality of the compost, demonstrating its ability to enhance soil fertility. Second, a socio-economic survey of local farmers measures their willingness to adopt the produced compost. Third, it performs a detailed cost/benefit analysis, with a breakdown of the station’s operational and investment expenses. It illustrates the minimum scale needed to generate a viable business model. This socio-economic analysis reveals a potential to generate positive environmental, economic, and social impacts, as the circular approach is replicable and scalable in similar oases agro ecosystems.

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  • Lena Kalukuta Mahina & Khadija Chakroune & Abdelkader Hakkou & Bruno van Pottelsberghe de la Potterie & Touria Lamkami & El Mostafa Gagou, 2025. "Turning Waste into Wealth: The Case of Date Palm Composting," Working Papers TIMES² 2025-079, ULB -- Universite Libre de Bruxelles.
    • Handle: RePEc:ict:wpaper:2013/389984
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    1. Mustapha El Janati & Nouraya Akkal-Corfini & Ahmed Bouaziz & Abdallah Oukarroum & Paul Robin & Ahmed Sabri & Mohamed Chikhaoui & Zahra Thomas, 2021. "Benefits of Circular Agriculture for Cropping Systems and Soil Fertility in Oases," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(9), pages 1-17, April.
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