Wild almond plantation in Ghamsar Essential Oil Research Institute of the University of Kashan

In a collaborative effort made by Water and Sustainable Development Research Centre of the University of Kashan, Kavir-e Sabz Association, (an environmental NGO active in Kashan), and with the help of more than 20 volunteers from Kavir-e Sabz Assn and employees of the University, 2.5 hectares of Natural Essential Oil Research Institute in Ghamsar were planted with drought resistance local wild almonds.

Dr. Mohammad Reza Mozdianfard, head of the research center for water and sustainable development said the news adding that the saplings do not need irrigation but should be kept out of cattle grazing within 3 years to survive.