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To Know The Challenges Faced by Almond Farmers in Australia

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  Almond farmers in Australia encounter various challenges that impact the sustainability and profitability of their operations. One significant hurdle is water scarcity, as almond trees demand substantial irrigation. With Australia experiencing periodic droughts and increasing water costs, farmers face difficulties in securing sufficient water for their orchards, affecting both the quantity and quality of almond yields. Sustainable water management practices and investments in water-efficient technologies are essential for addressing this challenge. Almonds are heavily dependent on pollination by honeybees. Each year, almond orchards in places like California, USA, where almonds are a major crop, require a massive number of honeybee colonies for pollination. Beekeepers often transport their hives to these orchards during the bloom period to ensure adequate pollination. Another key concern is the dependency on pollination services, primarily provided by honeybees. Almonds heavily rely