Purchase 13 Olive Harvesters
Purchase 13 Olive Harvesters
Year
2016
Location
Kferyachit, Zghorta, North Lebanon
Grantee
Municipality of Kferyachit
Grant Amount
$22,000.00
Description and Impact
This project increased harvesting efficiency and improved yields. With the investment in machinery, not only were harvesting costs reduced by 25%, but there was also a reduction in olive tree damage. Prior to obtaining the new equipment, the olive trees were harvested by shaking and beating.
Scope/Equipment
  • 13 olive harvesters and one olive screening/selection machine

Beneficiaries
125 farmers and their families
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