Agrarian System Diagnosis in Kerkennah Archipelago, Tunisia

Abstract

The application of a detailed diagnosis on the agrarian systems in MENA region, more precisely in a Tunisian archipelago through a social survey allowed us to describe the characteristics of cropping systems in general and detailed farming systems. The interaction between different agricultural and social indicators helped to identify gaps in the evolution of such system. Results prove that the breeding sector is averagely developed in the Archipelago. However, the closure of the collected center since 2011 has strongly contributed to the reduction of the application of the bovine breeding. However, attention is paid to rangelands since 65% of breeders apply transhumance. Mapping the transhumance circuits adopted by the breeders of the Archipelago shows the interest of this technic, but it is necessary to study these displacements to ensure the conservation of the natural resources of the Archipelago ensuring the sustainability of natural resources.