Severe water shortage in Iraq hit farmers hard

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In the South of Iraq farmers are fighting a losing battle. They are facing water shortage due to drought and geo-political factors. Local authorities estimate that around 30% of cattle have been lost, hitting nearly half a million farming families.

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