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Drought-Tolerant Crops
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Agave
Succulent plant; water stored in leaves; minimal water needs and can withstand hot environments.
Millet
Small-seeded grass; grows well in poor, arid, and semiarid soils; requires minimal rainfall.
Cowpea
Legume crop; fixes nitrogen; can thrive with limited water and in high temperatures.
Quinoa
Pseudo-cereal; tolerates dry and poor soils; moderate water requirement compared to traditional grains.
Sorghum
A cereal used for food, fodder, and biofuel; adapted to arid conditions; deep roots to access water.
Cactus Pear
Fruit crop; succulent plant that stores water internally; tolerant to heat and drought.
Cassava
Tuber crop; can survive long drought periods; stores water in its stems and tuberous roots.
Olive
Mediterranean fruit; drought-resistant once established; well-drained soil and infrequent deep watering preferred.
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