Approximately 25 water tanks found their way to a remote region in the Northern Sahara, designated for the irrigation of date palms as part of a government-subsidized initiative for small farmers. In the early 1970s, a large underground aquifer was discovered in this region of Tunisia, leading to the creation of several oases for agricultural development. A stretch of 2,500 hectares, bordering Algeria, was designated for cultivating crops, including date palms.
To facilitate irrigation, a sophisticated system connected to central water storage was implemented. Previously, water was directly pumped from wells, resulting in debris contamination. The new irrigation setup integrates water tanks, allowing farmers to retain water in the tanks for filtration, enhancing its quality.
The project opted for relatively low tanks with dimensions of 10.97 x 1.52 meters. In situations where space is not a constraint, lower tanks with a broad diameter are often favored. Their installation is straightforward, and they present a more cost-effective solution.
