A doctoral dissertation at the College of Agriculture, University of Basra, entitled "Using Biologically Treated Wastewater for Irrigating Date Palm Offshoots of the Al-Jabjab Variety," was investigated.

The dissertation, submitted by researcher Ahmed Salam Jawar, aimed to evaluate the efficiency of using treated wastewater as an alternative irrigation source and to demonstrate its impact on the environment, physiological and anatomical characteristics, and tolerance to water and salinity stress.

The study indicated that treated wastewater improved plant growth, photosynthetic efficiency, and nutrient absorption, and reduced oxidative stress indicators compared to saline water. Furthermore, frequent irrigation intervals contributed to enhancing the plant's physiological performance.

The dissertation recommended adopting treated wastewater within sustainable irrigation programs, while continuously monitoring water and soil quality.

Media and Government Communication Division / College of Agriculture