"Aleppo is the Syrian city known for its traditional glassblowing, as indicated by the return of this art form in the Aleppo countryside."

Syria's traditional glassblowing is a historic craft that originated over two thousand years ago, with Urem Al-Kubra in Aleppo province being a notable hub for skilled glassblowing craftsmen. The craft has been affected by war but is being revived by artisans, and its importance has been recognized by UNESCO, which has listed it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

Damascus is a city in Syria with a significant history of traditional glassblowing, as it was a place where glass evolved after being invented by the Phoenicians.

"Traditional glassblowing is a significant part of Syria's cultural heritage, with a rich history and importance in Syrian culture, and is included in UNESCO's list of intangible human heritage."

Traditional glassblowing in Syria is a significant part of the country's cultural heritage, with a long history and importance in Syrian culture, but its current status is uncertain and in need of urgent safeguarding.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and its preservation has been deemed urgent by UNESCO due to its cultural significance and the impact of war on its practice.

"Syrian traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been preserved for over two thousand years, and its inclusion in UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding highlights its importance and the need to protect it."

"Syrian traditional glassblowing has a long history, dating back to the Phoenicians, and has evolved over time in Damascus, incorporating various materials and techniques. The craft is significant in Syrian culture and has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

"Syrian traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being impacted by war, it is being preserved by skilled artisans and has been recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

Traditional craftsmen in Syria, particularly those involved in glassblowing, face significant challenges including the stagnation of markets, absence of tourists, and high costs of goods, which have led to substantial losses and put the craft at risk.

"Traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, face significant challenges due to declining demand, migration, and lack of support, leading to a high migration rate among young craftsmen."

"Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being impacted by war, it is being preserved by artisans and recognized by UNESCO as a culturally significant intangible heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, is due to market stagnation, lack of tourism, and high costs, exacerbated by restoration efforts that have displaced craftsmen.

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, is due to a combination of factors such as declining demand, migration, and lack of support, leading to a significant migration of craftsmen, particularly young ones.

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, such as glassblowing, is due to restrictive policies and large-scale migration, leading to a disruption in the traditional inheritance of crafts and making it essential for UNESCO to protect and safeguard them.

Syria's traditional glassblowing craft has a rich history spanning over two thousand years and is in need of urgent preservation due to the impact of war on its artisans, prompting UNESCO to list it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of safeguarding.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began around 10 years ago due to market stagnation and the absence of tourists, resulting in high costs and losses.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began over a decade ago due to the war and its economic and security repercussions, leading to a decline in production and market conditions.

Syria's traditional craftsmen, including glassblowers, face significant challenges due to economic and social factors, leading to a decline in their numbers and threatening the survival of their craft.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began in 2008 due to changes in the country's economic orientation.

Syrian glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being affected by war, it is being preserved by artisans who are passionate about keeping the tradition alive, with UNESCO recognizing its importance and listing it as a cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is a culturally significant craft with a long history, but its current status is uncertain due to the risk of disappearance, prompting UNESCO to list it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been significantly affected by the war, but is being revived by artisans who are passionate about preserving this important part of their cultural heritage.

The disappearance of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, would have significant cultural and economic consequences, including the loss of cultural heritage and traditional skills, and would exacerbate the already challenging economic conditions faced by Syrian artisans.

"Syrian glassblowing is a traditional craft that was included on UNESCO's list of intangible human heritage in 2019, recognizing its importance in Syrian culture and the need for its preservation."

Syrian glassblowing, with a history of over two thousand years, was included on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation in December 2023, due to its significant cultural importance and the need to protect it from being lost.

"The traditional craft of glassblowing in Syria is currently experiencing a resurgence after being disrupted by terrorism, and UNESCO has listed it as a matter of urgent protection due to its importance in Syrian culture."

Syria's traditional glassblowing craft has a history spanning over two thousand years and is considered an important part of the country's cultural heritage. After being impacted by war, the craft is being revived by artisans, and UNESCO has listed it as a tradition in need of urgent preservation.

The traditional craft of glassblowing in Syria is facing significant challenges, including stagnation and lack of support, which puts its survival at risk.

"Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been revived by artisans after the liberation of the city from terrorism, and is now being preserved as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent protection by UNESCO."

"The heritage center is preserving Syria's traditional glassblowing craft, a technique that originated in Syria in the 1st century BC and has remained largely unchanged to this day."

The heritage center is preserving traditional Syrian crafts, including glassblowing, through exhibitions and seminars.

"Syria's traditional glassblowing has a rich history, dating back to the Phoenicians, and has evolved over time in Damascus. The craft involves painting on glass using various materials and techniques, and is an important part of Syrian culture."

The heritage center, specifically the Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye, is undergoing restoration to preserve the archaeological site and its related crafts, including the traditional glassblowing market.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years, with a rich history and cultural significance. The craft has been affected by the war, but artisans are working to preserve and restore it, with UNESCO recognizing its importance and listing it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

The Damascus heritage project was established in 2020 to preserve and promote Syrian cultural heritage.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years and has been recognized by UNESCO as a culturally significant practice in need of urgent preservation.

The question asks about the number of families involved in traditional crafts in Damascus, and according to the text, hundreds of families were associated with the names of professions.

"Syrian glassblowing is a traditional craft that has been recognized by UNESCO as an important part of the country's intangible cultural heritage. The craft has a long history and is associated with the city of Damascus. However, it is at risk of being lost due to various factors, which is why UNESCO has listed it as a craft in need of urgent safeguarding."

"Syrian glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years, with a history tracing back to the Phoenicians. Despite being affected by war, artisans are working to revive the craft, which has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation."

Syrian traditional glassblowing is a craft that involves shaping molten glass by blowing air into it through a tube or pole, a technique that has remained largely unchanged since its invention by Syrian craftsmen in the 1st century BC.

The Suleimanian Tekiya in Damascus was built by the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, as instructed by the Prophet Muhammad in a dream.

The Suleimanian Tekiya in Damascus is a significant location for traditional glassblowing in Syria, with the Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye undergoing restoration since 2019 to preserve the archaeological site and the glass market.

"Aleppo is the Syrian city known for its traditional glassblowing, as indicated by the return of this art form in the Aleppo countryside."

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Content: Art of glassblowing returns again in Aleppo countryside liberated from terrorism

The town of Urem Al-Kubra in Aleppo province in northern Syria has historically been famous for its skilled glassblowing craftsmen. The war considerably affected this traditional craft inherited from our ancestors, but after the liberation of the city from terrorism, some artisans have brought it back to life. The artisan, Yassin Arab learned the glassblowing craft from his father when he was a child, and after the town was liberated from terrorism, he returned to his small facility, where he worked to restore it and start working again. Arab does not hide his enormous passion for the craft of glassblowing and his belief in the need to preserve this ancient Syrian heritage. Regarding the working mechanism, the artisan explained to SANA that he uses recycled glass, melts it again in the oven at high temperature, and then chooses a specific shape for its manufacture, whether hookah bottles, vases, plates, small jugs, fish houses for decoration, decorated cups and antiques of different sizes. After that, t he piece is blown, rotated and processed by the artisan until it takes its final shape using white and brown colors, and once the manufacturing of the product is finished, it is decorated and colored to give it the required aesthetics. For his part, Hussein Najjar noted that he learned the craft of blowing glass manually since he was young and has been working in this field for 40 years. He added that he is able to make any shape or glass container, using his imagination, and considered that the art of glassblowing is one of the types of plastic arts. Traditional glassblowing is a profession that dates back more than two thousand years (since the time of the Phoenicians) and was included in December 2023 by UNESCO on the list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity that needs urgent preservation. Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Syria's traditional glassblowing is a historic craft that originated over two thousand years ago, with Urem Al-Kubra in Aleppo province being a notable hub for skilled glassblowing craftsmen. The craft has been affected by war but is being revived by artisans, and its importance has been recognized by UNESCO, which has listed it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

Damascus is a city in Syria with a significant history of traditional glassblowing, as it was a place where glass evolved after being invented by the Phoenicians.

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Content: Samples of the Damascene Literary Heritage Attend an Exhibition and Seminar in the Culture of Infection
Damascus-Sana
In the exhibition “Heritage Crafts are Inherited by the Fragrance of History ” hosted by the Adawi Cultural Center, the artworks varied between glass decoration, Damascene brocade and various handicrafts.
The exhibition was followed by an introductory seminar on these arts for the Sheikhs of Carr and craftsmen specialized in these professions under the supervision of the handicraft trainer Rowaa Yousef.
Youssef Lassana explained that the exhibition was dedicated to traditional professions in general and handicrafts, especially such as brocade, painting on glass, Islamic motifs and handicrafts to maintain their continuity and importance.
Mohammed Bassam Rayhan Sheikh Al-Karar in painting on glass and decoration spoke in his intervention about the history of this craft, its forms, fields of work and materials used in it, pointing out that the glass, which was the first to be invented by the Phoenicians, evolved in Damascus throughout history and was painted on the mishkat and lanterns using oxides and various materials, thermal colors, acrlik and others.
The Damascene brocade craftsman Mohammed Rankous explained in his intervention that this cloth is made of natural silk and golden reed yarns and attributed to Damascus because it took its character, heritage and environment, such as the painting of Omar Khayyam, the Levantine Rose, grape clusters, the lover and the beloved, and the octagonal geometric drawings, pointing out that this craft entered the cultures of different civilizations.
Nasruddin Mohammed is a graduate of applied arts and a drawing teacher who participated in paintings for his students from children and boys. In his intervention, he explained the history of the Damascene plant decoration, its methods, types and schools such as Andalusian, Persian and Damascene, and its differences in decoration, diggings, mirrors and miniatures, indicating that its history dates back to the Andalusian civilization, which was its main creativity in palaces and buildings.
Mohammed Sabha is a bridal craftsman who participated in a group of decorative glass works for brides and explained that he has completed a model of a waterfall flowing from an electric mountain that is operated by hand from cardboard, wood and cork inspired by his ideas.
Rana Ayoub participated in a group of works of three-dimensional models and miniatures of the Levant environment. She explained that she chose this environment because she grew up and lived in it and adored it. It is necessary to inform future generations of their heritage and history, pointing out that she works with cork, wood, natural materials, gypsum, ceramic paste and others.
Bilal Ahmed

"Traditional glassblowing is a significant part of Syria's cultural heritage, with a rich history and importance in Syrian culture, and is included in UNESCO's list of intangible human heritage."

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Content: Culture of Al-Baath Newspaper
Intangible heritage contributions to the protection of national identity
Amina Abbas
Heritage researchers and scholars agree that the Levant region is the most important heritage repository for humanity, as it has the oldest and richest heritage, and this heritage, both material and intangible, was coveted by the colonists since ancient times to destroy culture and identity, there is no identity without heritage based on it, and no heritage without identity, so Syria is keen through its institutions and bodies to emphasize the importance of preserving it.
Hence, the Quneitra branch of the Arab Writers Union, in celebration of World Heritage Day, decided to hold a seminar in the Levant Hall of the National Museum entitled “Contributions of Intangible Heritage to the Protection of National Identity ” with the participation of Dr. Amal Daccak, Professor Ruba Al-Diab, Qas Ghassan Houranieh and Dr. Rima Diab, Head of the Quneitra branch of the Arab Writers Union. It represents not only traditions and the past, but society in all its layers, and links the past to the present and the future, and it is a means for each people to prove its existence in the world and its authenticity, while stressing that the intangible heritage contributes to the preservation of identity and personality. Our identity and our heritage in the era of globalization, which is trying to eliminate our heritage and culture to be part of this lost world.
This was also confirmed by Dr. Dakak in her participation: “The Syrian tangible and intangible heritage is rich in its authenticity and civilization that dates back thousands of years, so it was and still is coveted by the colonists who stole many treasures to be in their world museums, and their war on Syria recently was aimed at destroying culture and identity and stealing antiquities. ” It is an integrated cultural unit formed by man throughout his long history with his creative thinking, observations, reflections and experiences accumulated generation after generation, and it is the social environment occupied by man and the components and pillars produced by previous generations until it reached subsequent generations and has the function of supervising the behavior of the individual and his sociocultural upbringing because it is a reflection of the social, intellectual and cultural life of peoples. As Daccak pointed out, the identity is the set of psychological, social and civilizational features of our nation throughout its long history, and the folklore constitutes the identity of a homeland rich in culture and civilization, calling in the era of globalization to seek to preserve our cultural identity and heritage, which represents this identity to face the challenges of globalization that invade us and want to eliminate our identity and culture. And our originality by drawing different borders in which national identity is absent and killing people in their country.
Because the Levantine rose and its associated practices and traditional crafts are important Syrian heritage elements inherited from generation after generation, and was included by UNESCO in 2019 in the list of intangible human heritage was talked about by Professor Al-Diab, who was crowned queen of roses and became Syrian ambassador to the world: “The Levantine rose was found painted on the wall of a palace on the island of Crete and was introduced to France during wars. As the poet Nizar Qabbani wrote about her,“ I am your Damascene rose, O people of the Levant, and whoever finds me should put me in the first vase, ” referring to the areas of its cultivation in Damascus countryside and Ghubartha. The project was launched by the Syrian Secretariat for Development in 2020 with the support of First Lady Asma al-Assad, affirming that Syrians consider the Levantine Rose an important part of their culture. The Ministry of Tourism has taken it as its slogan, in addition to many medical and cosmetic companies and building a path that is architecturally designed in the form of a Levantine Rose, explaining that the elements of the Syrian intangible cultural heritage include: Traditions and expressions “qaṣīda, mawwāl, ataba, dalaouna, zaghārīd, folk proverbs ” and the arts:“ Aleppo qadūd, coastal dabka, Circassian dance, Syriac church music ” Social practices “preparing and serving bitter coffee ” Knowledge and practices related to nature and the universe:“ cupping, traditional architecture ” Skills related to traditional crafts “wooden mosaic, brocade ” The crafts associated with the Levantine Rose ”, and that the elements of the intangible Syrian heritage included in the lists of human heritage are: falcon hunting, shadow fiction theater, Levantine Rose, Aleppo cod, glass blowing and making sticks and playing on them.
It is noteworthy that the seminar included the presentation of a film prepared by dr.
Amal Daccak spoke about heritage in our contemporary lives and its role in preserving our national identity, and the participation of the storyteller Ghassan Houranieh through a short story titled “The Levantine Rose ”.

Traditional glassblowing in Syria is a significant part of the country's cultural heritage, with a long history and importance in Syrian culture, but its current status is uncertain and in need of urgent safeguarding.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and its preservation has been deemed urgent by UNESCO due to its cultural significance and the impact of war on its practice.

"Syrian traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been preserved for over two thousand years, and its inclusion in UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding highlights its importance and the need to protect it."

"Syrian traditional glassblowing has a long history, dating back to the Phoenicians, and has evolved over time in Damascus, incorporating various materials and techniques. The craft is significant in Syrian culture and has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

"Syrian traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being impacted by war, it is being preserved by skilled artisans and has been recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

Traditional craftsmen in Syria, particularly those involved in glassblowing, face significant challenges including the stagnation of markets, absence of tourists, and high costs of goods, which have led to substantial losses and put the craft at risk.

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Content: Sulaymaniyah in Damascus.
Do you want to throw out your guards?
While the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent saw in his dream that he was in a grove in the center of the capital Damascus, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) appeared to him and instructed him to build a mosque in that land. The Ottoman Sultan awoke from his sleep pleased with what he saw and heard. He immediately ordered to cut off a side of that grove and build a large kiosk in the middle of it. He was in a dream and pointed out.
This is the story conveyed by a number of writers and historians, the latest of which was Sheikh Najmuddin al-Ghazi in his book "The Walking Planets in the Eyes of the Tenth Hundred", about the decision of the legal sultan to build the Tekke Sulaymaniyah (west of Damascus) in the 16th century, one of the most prominent Ottoman tekaya and the most modern style and the most beautiful architecture, according to specialists.
Historically, the Tkiyet Sulaymaniyah was a place to perform religious duties and a resting place for pilgrims and a refuge for the maqtada and poor people of Damascus, Muslims and others, and remained so until the French colonizer entered the country in 1920; where General Guru and his forces took from the Tkiyet as a residence.
With the departure of colonialism and the advent of 1948, the Shari ’ ah school in Tkiyet returned to hold educational seminars and memorization of the Quran, and since the mid-seventies of the last century began to embrace dozens of shops of ancient Damascene handicrafts, and expanded this part to be known later as the market of handicrafts.
Recently, this complex cultural and religious identity of the heritage teacher has become threatened, after the Ministry of Tourism (in the government of the Syrian regime) notified professionals to vacate their shops before the end of the year under the pretext of restoration.
From Al-Ablaq Palace to Al-Tkiyet Sulaymaniyah
The site of Tkiyet Sulaymaniyah, west of Damascus, was known for the construction of a number of royal residences, the last of which was the palace of the owner of the Mamluk Sultan Baqiris (1228-1277 AD), which was named after the colors of the stones of its construction black and yellow brought from Aleppo and Daraa.
However, large parts of the palace were burned during the conquest of Damascus by the Mongol commander Tamerlane in 803 A.D. (1402 A.D.), and it was not until the Ottoman Sultan Selim I entered Damascus in 923 A.D. (1517 A.D.) that the Ablaq palace was restored and rehabilitated.
By 959 A.D. (1502 A.D.), Sultan Selim the Magnificent commissioned the famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan to develop a modern architectural plan for a hospice on the site of the Al-Ablaq Palace. In 960 A.D. (1553 A.D.), a large number of workers began building the hospice under the supervision of the Damascene engineer Shahabuddin ibn Al-Attar.
Then rest on the banks of the Barada River "a luxurious architectural group that captivates the hearts of the hearts with its regular domes like knots around a large main dome, surrounded by two minarets, and interspersed with gardens and trees whose beauty blends with the beauty of architecture makes this spot in Damascus one of the most beautiful and beautiful spots", the Tkiyet Sulaymaniyah, as described by Abdul Qader Rihawi in his book "Architecture in Arabic".
Ottoman architecture and Damascene motifs
The building of the Sulaymaniyah Tekke consists of two similar architectural blocks, one large and includes the mosque and the other small and includes the school, and linked between these two blocks was a market dedicated to the caravans of pilgrims, and the Ottoman engineering effects on the planning and construction, while the Damascene artistic touch overshadows the designs of doors and windows and decorations that decorate the walls and rooms of the place.
The two architectural blocks are surrounded by relatively low walls, while the middle of them are two rectangular pools fed by water vertical fountains used for ablution, and the mosque with its narrow minarets tops the southern block, while the school mosque with its smooth dome tops the eastern block, and on the sides of the blocks spread buildings are shops and narrow rooms covered with low domes interspersed with low The chimneys are shaped like minarets and are led by shady arcades with ornate arches.
The Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye market extends from its easternmost to its westernmost, and is lined with dozens of shops that were previously commercial shops, and have since the 1970s turned into handicrafts shops.
In addition to its traditional role as a place for the betters, the poor and the needy, the Sulaymaniyah Tekke was designed to be a stop for pilgrims on the pilgrimage route to Mecca, where the place was equipped with spacious kitchens, bakeries, rest rooms, several prayer rooms, a sea for ablution and other necessary services for pilgrims.
When it became a teachers ’ house in 1923, it stopped hosting guests and sheltering arrivals for the first time since its establishment four centuries ago, but soon regained its identity as a hospitable place when it hosted a number of Palestinian families displaced to Damascus following the 1948 Nakba.
While the Sulaymaniyah school was famous for receiving students of Sharia sciences from all parts of the world, before turning, with the opening of the Syrian University in Damascus in 1934, into a place to teach dentistry, and then into an archaeological landmark that includes a war museum with the continuation of religious activities in the chapels and mosque to this day.
From an incubator to a bounty hunter.
In mid-October, the Ministry of Tourism in the government of the regime warned the Karar sheikhs of craftsmen in the handicrafts market to evacuate their shops before the new year 2023 for the purpose of restoration.
Despite the appeals of the craftsmen to the concerned authorities through the local newspapers and media, and the intervention of the Damascus Chamber of Tourism to promise the craftsmen their return after the completion of the restoration operations, Nidal Mashfej, Assistant Minister of Tourism, stressed that there is no legal provision obliging the ministry to renew the contracts of craftsmen after the end of each year. Shopkeepers have the right to claim any malfunction, damage, injustice or the like, the official told the official Tishreen newspaper.
A member of the Damascus Chamber of Tourism, Arafat Oza Bashi, points out that all the shopkeepers in the Sulaymaniyah Tkiyet hope to return to their shops after the completion of the restoration, to continue their work and preserve the intangible heritage threatened with extinction.
Haj Abu Mohammed, 57 years old, owner of a shop in Tkiyet, told Al Jazeera Net, "Years ago they evacuated the glass market of Tkiyet under the pretext of restoring it, and it is still a wreck and it is not clear if it will return to a glass market, and I do not exclude that our shop has a similar fate."
"As if they were not satisfied with the stagnation of the market in the last 10 years and the absence of tourists and visitors from our shops, which the simple citizen can not buy goods from them because of their high cost, and all the losses we suffered to continue to revive these crafts during the war."
The Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye has been undergoing restoration since 2019, and the first phase aimed to restore part of the Tikkiye and what is known as the glass market, while the second phase is dedicated to the handicrafts market and some parts of the interior of the Tikkiye “to preserve the archaeological site from landings and structural cracks, ” according to Nidal Mashfaj.
Source: The Island

"Traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, face significant challenges due to declining demand, migration, and lack of support, leading to a high migration rate among young craftsmen."

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Content: What is the reality of traditional and traditional professions in Syria?
DAMASCUS – The traditional professions and crafts in Syria were not immune to the repercussions of the war. In light of the difficult economic and security conditions that the country has been witnessing for more than a decade, these professions are suffering from an unprecedented decline related to production and market conditions, which makes them today threatened with extinction.
The head of the Union of Craftsmen in the province of Latakia Jihad Pro, in a recent statement to the local newspaper Al-Watan, the decline of the production of handicrafts and handicrafts of various kinds by 50% within the province, considering the high costs of production inputs and increased income taxes as direct reasons for this decline.
Bassam Qalaji, head of the artisanal association for confectionery in Damascus, told the local newspaper Global last month that more than half of the confectionery craftsmen had stopped producing and switched to other professions due to low demand and insufficient profits.
Successive statements reveal the reality of Syrian traditional and traditional crafts, which are suffering under the weight of the economic decline that the country is suffering from.
This situation has prompted thousands of craftsmen to close their workshops and shops and switch to other jobs, or migrate and move their work abroad, amid the real threat of the disappearance of many traditional traditional traditional professions and handicrafts, which constitute vital sectors of the economic sector in the country and an integral part of its cultural identity.
What are the main reasons for this decline?
How does it affect the economic life of the country?
Lack of support and unequal competition
Anton, a 42-year-old Damascene craftsman and former owner of a mosaic workshop in rural Damascus, says his struggle for years to keep his workshop open, producing and selling enough to pay its workers has been futile.
He adds in an interview with Al Jazeera Net: "I tried hard to maintain the workshop and its workers for as long as possible, but the constant high prices of wood (local and imported) in an inappropriate manner, the long interruption of electricity (16-18 hours a day), and the low demand for mosaic in the domestic and foreign market, all factors forced me to lay off workers, and later to close the workshop after months, during which I received only two orders."
In addition to these factors, Anton attributed the low demand for "original" mosaics and other handicrafts and heritage artifacts (copperware, damask, antika, textiles) to:
The reality of the market at the moment in the absence of tourists.
• The decline of external demand for the commodity as a result of the interruption of trade relations with foreign markets.
• Migration of brokers and traders and thus reduced export.
• Unequal competition.
With heritage products becoming “more than luxury ” for Syrians suffering from poor purchasing power (average monthly salaries of about $20), and the lack of support for craftsmen and awareness of the importance and authenticity of these products by trade unions and government agencies, Syria ’ s craftsmen face major challenges to continue their craft.
Although there are no accurate figures on the number of craftsmen who have been driven by working conditions to emigrate outside the country, the head of the Damascus Craftsmen ’ s Union, Ali Qarmashti, revealed in an interview with the local news website Click News last year that the percentage of Damascene craftsmen migrating has become very high, especially among young people.
Repellent economic and social policies
In addition to the direct economic factors that led to the decline of traditional crafts during the past few years, represented by the high prices of raw materials, the poor reality of services, and the decline of the sale and purchase movement, there were indirect factors that affected these crafts.
Syrian economist Younis Karim believes that the artisan crisis began in 2008 after being subjected to great pressures due to the change of the general economic orientation in the country.
He said in an interview with Al Jazeera Net: "Since 2008, the authorities have put their hands on the spread of these industries due to the importance of their geographical location, and work to change their features in favor of wealthy investors, or provide them as donations to countries that Damascus seeks to establish bilateral relations with."
According to the expert, the reality of the work of traditional crafts after 2011 became more complex and difficult with "the continued adoption of economic and social policies by the regime that restrict the owners of these crafts, exclude them from support, take their places of deployment, in addition to the cessation of exhibitions and the difficulty of participating in external events because of the political positions of the regime.
Karim explains that the family and social disintegration suffered by Syrians as a result of large-scale migration during the last decade was an added reason for the decline of these crafts, which “relied on inheritance between generations of the same family as a tradition followed by Syrian craftsmen long ago. ”
Kilo to Piece and Pieces
It seems that some traditional crafts and crafts are in the same trench with traditional crafts in their war against extinction, where the owners of many traditional crafts are no less original than those of heritage, especially the confectioners from the high costs of raw materials in production, high costs of energy stands, and successive losses due to the reluctance of citizens to buy expensive Arabic sweets.
Suhaib, 55, owner of a sweets shop in the Jazmatiya area of Damascus, told Al Jazeera Net: "Days pass without selling a total of a kilo of various items, and two years ago the stagnation of goods in the shop became a familiar phenomenon to us, and had it not been for the holiday seasons, and some occasions and weddings held here and there, we would have closed long ago."
Al-Halwani Al-Damascene adds in an interview with Al-Jazeera Net: "Our profits, and the profits of most of the shops of Halwanis in Damascus, have decreased by a large percentage since the beginning of the economic crisis in the country."
Al-Halwani pointed out that the price of a kilo of some varieties of Arabic sweets has exceeded 400 thousand pounds recently, adding: "Which is not able for Syrians to buy, so we have become selling methods in which we rely on small quantities, so we sell baklava, crystal, shaped, asian, brominated and other items in ounces, grain (piece) and two grains to keep the sales movement, and do not stop customers from our shop."
As for the reasons why sweets in Damascus stopped working and many of them emigrated outside the country, Al-Halwani said: “Many reasons start from the large annual taxes that are inconsistent with high operating costs and low profits, in addition to the high prices of commercial electricity and fuel needed to operate shops and laboratories, the huge increase in the prices of raw materials, the high wages of workers, and the reluctance of customers to buy these sweets except on occasions. ”
High prices
Prices of food, nuts and other components of Arabic sweets have risen by varying rates recently, as the price of a kilo of animal margarine reached 150 thousand pounds ($equivalent to about 2511 pounds), while the price of a kilo of pistachio love rose to 300 thousand, and the price of a kilo of walnuts to 120 thousand.
The prices of popular sweets such as Al-Barazek and Al-Ma ’ amoul in Damascus markets, by the holy month of Ramadan, were between 100 and 130 thousand pounds per kilo, while the prices of medium and luxury sweets such as “Al-Belouria ”,“ Al-Mashkeel ”, “Kool and Shakour ”,“ Aish Al-Bulbul ” and “Baklava ” ranged between 250 and 500 thousand per kilo, which is equivalent to the salary of a Syrian employee in the public sector.
The head of the artisanal association for confectionery industry, Bassam Qalaji, attributed this rise in confectionery prices to the government lifting subsidies on oil derivatives, which led to a direct increase in costs by 150%, pointing out that raising the price of electricity by 5 times will lead to an increase in the price of about 650 products.
Qalaji said in a statement to the local newspaper Al-Watan last month that the largest number of confectionery craftsmen emigrated, and their first destination was Algeria followed by Germany.
In March last year, the head of the artisanal association for the confectionery industry revealed that 70% of the workshops of the confectionery industry were closed due to the economic crisis and the low demand for sweets and refreshments.
A severe blow to the economy
This gradual disappearance of traditional crafts is a painful blow to the Syrian economy, says economist Younis Karim, “For decades these crafts have been the largest incubator of Syrian labor, and their contribution to the economy before 2011 ranged from 40 to 50%. ”
This is what Matanios Habib, a researcher and former Syrian oil minister, said in a research paper entitled “The private sector in Syria ” (2005), when he pointed out that the private industrial sector in Syria tended to invest in crafts for fear of nationalization policies, whether during the era of Syrian-Egyptian unity (1958-1961) or after the revolution of March 8 (1967).
Karim stresses that the crisis of workers in traditional crafts, such as confectioners and others, dates back to before 2011, specifically to the period between 2007 and 2009, when there was “an attempt by the regime to pressure the owners of traditional crafts and crafts by forcing them to pay taxes, and to keep them away from city centers in favor of large investors. ”
Younis Karim believes that the gradual demise of these crafts will have negative effects on the Syrian economy because of their role in "providing job opportunities beyond those provided by large laboratories and their excellence in ease of operation and achievement, and the ability to spread.
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"Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being impacted by war, it is being preserved by artisans and recognized by UNESCO as a culturally significant intangible heritage in need of urgent safeguarding."

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, is due to market stagnation, lack of tourism, and high costs, exacerbated by restoration efforts that have displaced craftsmen.

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, is due to a combination of factors such as declining demand, migration, and lack of support, leading to a significant migration of craftsmen, particularly young ones.

The decline of traditional crafts in Syria, such as glassblowing, is due to restrictive policies and large-scale migration, leading to a disruption in the traditional inheritance of crafts and making it essential for UNESCO to protect and safeguard them.

Syria's traditional glassblowing craft has a rich history spanning over two thousand years and is in need of urgent preservation due to the impact of war on its artisans, prompting UNESCO to list it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of safeguarding.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began around 10 years ago due to market stagnation and the absence of tourists, resulting in high costs and losses.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began over a decade ago due to the war and its economic and security repercussions, leading to a decline in production and market conditions.

Syria's traditional craftsmen, including glassblowers, face significant challenges due to economic and social factors, leading to a decline in their numbers and threatening the survival of their craft.

The crisis of traditional craftsmen in Syria, including glassblowers, began in 2008 due to changes in the country's economic orientation.

Syrian glassblowing is an ancient craft with a history spanning over two thousand years, and despite being affected by war, it is being preserved by artisans who are passionate about keeping the tradition alive, with UNESCO recognizing its importance and listing it as a cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is a culturally significant craft with a long history, but its current status is uncertain due to the risk of disappearance, prompting UNESCO to list it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been significantly affected by the war, but is being revived by artisans who are passionate about preserving this important part of their cultural heritage.

The disappearance of traditional crafts in Syria, including glassblowing, would have significant cultural and economic consequences, including the loss of cultural heritage and traditional skills, and would exacerbate the already challenging economic conditions faced by Syrian artisans.

"Syrian glassblowing is a traditional craft that was included on UNESCO's list of intangible human heritage in 2019, recognizing its importance in Syrian culture and the need for its preservation."

Syrian glassblowing, with a history of over two thousand years, was included on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation in December 2023, due to its significant cultural importance and the need to protect it from being lost.

"The traditional craft of glassblowing in Syria is currently experiencing a resurgence after being disrupted by terrorism, and UNESCO has listed it as a matter of urgent protection due to its importance in Syrian culture."

Syria's traditional glassblowing craft has a history spanning over two thousand years and is considered an important part of the country's cultural heritage. After being impacted by war, the craft is being revived by artisans, and UNESCO has listed it as a tradition in need of urgent preservation.

The traditional craft of glassblowing in Syria is facing significant challenges, including stagnation and lack of support, which puts its survival at risk.

"Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that has been revived by artisans after the liberation of the city from terrorism, and is now being preserved as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent protection by UNESCO."

"The heritage center is preserving Syria's traditional glassblowing craft, a technique that originated in Syria in the 1st century BC and has remained largely unchanged to this day."

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Content: Bella Hadid flashes her toned figure in shorts and a cropped sports top while showing off her creative side as she learns the art of glassblowing

It appears Bella Hadid has found a new hobby that showcases her artistic side.

On Sunday, the catwalk queen took to her Instagram page and posted a step-by-step video of herself making her own glass piece, using classic glassblowing technique in a workshop.

Considering the extreme temperatures it takes to make glass from beginning to end, Bella opted to keep her cloths to a minimum and wore skimpy white shorts with a cropped purple sports top.

Showing her creative side: Bella Hadid, 25, learned the classic art of glassblowing to make her own glass piece and posting a video on her Instagram page on Sunday

Glass is made from the process of heating sand to an extremely high temperature so that it turns into a moldable liquid. When it solidifies, a piece of glass is formed in whatever shape the creator has molded it into.

In the video, viewers will find Bella at the stage where she's working to shape the molten red hot material.

She can be seen sitting down and jabbing a long, sharp wrench-like tool with her scorching hot material, which was attached to a hollow blow pole about three feet long.

She was concerned with safety and wore goggles to protect her eyes.

Shaping: The video shows Bella at the stage where she's working to shape the molten red hot material that is attached to a blow pole

Working it: An instructor can be heard voicing a couple of tips as she spins that object around to the point where a small hole begins to form

Dose of heat: By the end of the first clip, Bella gets up and gives the hot material another dose of intense heat by placing it into a fiery furnace

An instructor can be heard voicing a couple of tips as she spins that object round and round to the point where a small hole begins to form.

By the end of the first clip, Bella gets up and gives the hot material another dose of intense heat by placing it into the fiery furnace.

For the next phase, the instructor assists Bella and slowly spins the blow pole while she sands down the still-molten red piece with two black blocks.

The heat is so intense that you can see steam floating into the air as they continue the sanding-down process.

Honing it: For the next phase, the instructor assists Bella and slowly spins the blow pole while she sands down the still molten red piece with two black blocks

Team work: Bella and the instructor work together to begin molding the molten hot object into shape with those two black blocks

Trippy: Bella gave her 53.7 million Instagram fans and followers a look at how her glass piece is looking at this stage of the process

More intense heat: At one point, the Washington, DC, native can be seen kneeling down using a small propane tank to heat up the object to make a few more changes

At one point, the Washington, DC, native can be seen kneeling down using a small propane tank to heat up the object to make a few more changes.

'Oh yeah, that's the one right there,' a man's voice from behind the camera can be heard saying as they continue to spin the object while jabbing it with that sharp tool.

As the process continues, Bella sits down, spinning the blow pole back and forth as it rests in a round plate that she holds with her right hand.

'It's a perfect shape,' the instructors says in encouragement.

'Here it is, ladies and gentlemen,' the man continues just as Bella gets up to blow into the pole to expand the molten hot material out to form some sort of glassware or vase.

Example: The catwalk queen drew out the shape of her piece she was trying to attain with chalk

Rounding it out: As the process continues, Bella sits down and spins the blow pole back and forth as it rests in a round plate that she holds with her right hand

Major phase: 'Here it is, ladies and gentlemen,' the man from behind the camera continues as Bella starts blowing into the pole

Expanding: Bella then process of blowing into the pole to expand the molten material out to form some sort of glassware

Old technique: Glassblowing is the practice of shaping a mass of glass that has been softened by heat by blowing air into it through a tube, or in this case a pole

The final clips shows a closeup of Bella spinning the glass while adding a few intricate touches to the piece with a prong-like tool.

Glassblowing is the practice of shaping a mass of glass that has been softened by heat by blowing air into it through a tube

It was was invented by Syrian craftsmen in the area of Sidon, Aleppo, Hama and Palmyra in the 1st century BC, according to Britannica.

The technique has remained essentially the same to the present day.

Ancient art form: Glassblowing was was invented by Syrian craftsmen in the area of Sidon, Aleppo, Hama and Palmyra in the 1st century bc, according to Britannica

Lovin' it: The glassblowing technique has remained basically the same to the present day

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The heritage center is preserving traditional Syrian crafts, including glassblowing, through exhibitions and seminars.

"Syria's traditional glassblowing has a rich history, dating back to the Phoenicians, and has evolved over time in Damascus. The craft involves painting on glass using various materials and techniques, and is an important part of Syrian culture."

The heritage center, specifically the Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye, is undergoing restoration to preserve the archaeological site and its related crafts, including the traditional glassblowing market.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years, with a rich history and cultural significance. The craft has been affected by the war, but artisans are working to preserve and restore it, with UNESCO recognizing its importance and listing it as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation.

The Damascus heritage project was established in 2020 to preserve and promote Syrian cultural heritage.

Syria's traditional glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years and has been recognized by UNESCO as a culturally significant practice in need of urgent preservation.

The question asks about the number of families involved in traditional crafts in Damascus, and according to the text, hundreds of families were associated with the names of professions.

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Thuriyeh is the Syrian capital, Damascus, with its aesthetics, ancient walks and attractive colors.
It is filled with the cultural and societal vocabulary of distinct traditional industries, manifested in one of its prominent images by ancient professions, which have been associated with and named, since ancient times, by specific families who have practiced them.
However, these names, which are full of cultural and historical content, have become threatened by the threat of modern technology, which, with its various fields, has been “stolen ” by the descendants of the“ industrialists ” of the ancient Damascene professions.
The names of the majority of Damascene families are attributed to many of the names of traditional professions, where we find the names of families who worked in the textile professions and derivatives, including Bait al-Hayek, ropes, kattan, nouilati, maslati, Sabbagh, wool, and many more.
We also find that there are families that practiced the manufacture of shoes called Bait al-Jazmati, al-Sakafi, al-Kandarji, al-Bawabiji, Kabaqibi, while the families that practiced the profession of al-Samana, for example, Bait al-Khodari, al-Fakhani, al-Kuzbari, al-Khallati, al-Arqsoussi, al-Jabban, al-Labban, al-Zayat, and Sharabati.
The families working in the field of clothing and fabrics were named Bait al-Khayat, al-Kawa, and al-Hariri.
It is clear that these names have an important historical and social value, as they are linked to a cultural and historical component that tells the stories of the place and reflects its heritage and features of attractiveness, but it is remarkable that these nicknames, which were associated with important unique professions and were a strong indication of an influential presence. As they melt and disappear, the grandchildren abandon the origins of the craft or abandon it altogether, and they see it as useless and profitable.
This will lead in the future to the loss of a rich heritage, as Mohammed Samer al-Mahayri confirms to Al-Bayan, whose family is famous for the craft of making hodges and then boxes, hence the name, where he shows that hundreds of families in Damascus were associated with the names of professions as the city was an important commercial and economic center, pointing out that “there are many families with the same surname, but they are not related. It is not a city or a province, and one of these families is the Mahayri family, for example. ”
He pointed out that modern technology has become a real threat to an important traditional heritage component, namely the traditional crafts group, which has been abandoned by grandchildren.
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Al-Mahayri points out that the naming of families by the names of professions that were prevalent in Damascus reflected the values, culture and socio-economic level of those families.
He also explains that these crafts, together with the families, have left a great impact on the life of the Damascene community, a beautiful impact that should not be absent, and there must be specialized projects that protect and care for it by preserving the component of these traditional professions.
He continues: You find that it has developed professions and ended some professions turned owners to other professions, the barber family some of them moved to work in the soap industry and trade in the market of Bzouria, and the Arqsousi turned to carpentry also, and they originally were selling liquor, and many others.
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In turn, Mahmoud Hamami, who insisted on challenging the waves of technological temptation and preserving the profession of his grandparents, where his family works in the profession of Damascene baths as a law graduate, but he continues to manage family-owned baths for decades, pointing out that « his brothers went to work in other professions, and this is the case of most families whose name was associated with the names of professions ».
Diversification
It is worth mentioning that the names of the Damascene families referred to are related to the variety of professions. At the level of confectionery industry, we find many family names associated with these professions, such as: Bait Ka ’ ikati, Halwani, Sukari, Knivati, Baggati.
While we find the house of Kahwaji, Hakawati, Rawi, Tetunji Tanbokji, and Arkeli.
As for the professions related to education, we find: the families of the house of the professor, the teacher, the teacher, the haja, and the osta, while the families famous for science, culture and medicine are called the house of the poet, the writer, the writer, the writer, the Arab writer, the wise, the surgeon and the case.
There are also many families that bore the name of the profession of blacksmithing, such as: Sankari, Bawabiri, Mujlakh, and Sheikh blacksmiths, while the families that made musical instruments were called the house of string, and Awad, while the families were named after the house of castles, stones and flint for those who practiced the profession of stone quarries.
There are family names associated with military professions such as: the house of the soldier, the lieutenant colonel, the soldier, and the brigadier.
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"Syrian glassblowing is a traditional craft that has been recognized by UNESCO as an important part of the country's intangible cultural heritage. The craft has a long history and is associated with the city of Damascus. However, it is at risk of being lost due to various factors, which is why UNESCO has listed it as a craft in need of urgent safeguarding."

"Syrian glassblowing is an ancient craft that dates back over two thousand years, with a history tracing back to the Phoenicians. Despite being affected by war, artisans are working to revive the craft, which has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent preservation."

Syrian traditional glassblowing is a craft that involves shaping molten glass by blowing air into it through a tube or pole, a technique that has remained largely unchanged since its invention by Syrian craftsmen in the 1st century BC.

The Suleimanian Tekiya in Damascus was built by the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, as instructed by the Prophet Muhammad in a dream.

The Suleimanian Tekiya in Damascus is a significant location for traditional glassblowing in Syria, with the Sulaymaniyah Tikkiye undergoing restoration since 2019 to preserve the archaeological site and the glass market.


It takes approximately 1,000 liters of water to produce one kilogram of avocado.

Mexico's avocado exports to the US are valued at $2.8 billion annually.

"The Compound Annual Growth Rate of the Nuts Market is 7 percent from 2022 to 2029."

"Michoacán is the Mexican state that exports avocados to the United States."

"Significant deforestation for avocado plantations occurred around 2019, with an acceleration of deforestation in that year."

Consumers in the United States, Europe, and Japan drive the high demand for avocados.

Avocado cultivation in Michoacan state has led to severe environmental issues, including depletion of local water supplies, deforestation, soil erosion, and chemical contamination of water sources.

European avocado imports have recently increased by 23% compared to the same week in 2023.

Kenyan companies can invest in sustainable avocado production by promoting practices that reduce water use and chemical use, and by providing financial incentives to farmers.

Some farmers and NGOs promote sustainable avocado farming practices to address environmental concerns, such as reducing water use and chemical use.

"It takes approximately 320 litres of water to grow one avocado."

Governments can promote sustainable avocado farming practices to mitigate the climate impact of avocado farming, such as agroforestry, permaculture, or regenerative agriculture, and support research and development of more water-efficient and disease-resistant varieties.

Mexico has faced concerns over avocado farming's water usage, as it has depleted local water supplies and caused severe environmental damage.

"The forecasted amount of avocados destined for the United States is 1.04 million metric tons."

Avocado is primarily cultivated in Mexico, specifically in the state of Michoacán, which produces about 80% of the world's avocado.

Avocado farming in Michoacán, Mexico, has caused significant environmental damage, including deforestation, soil erosion, and water contamination.

It takes approximately 1,000 liters of water to produce one kilogram of avocado.

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In the Mexican state of Michoacán, which produces about 80% of the world ’ s avocado, avocado cultivation has depleted local water supplies and caused severe environmental damage, with studies showing that avocado cultivation has led to deforestation, soil erosion and chemical contamination of water sources.
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In recent years, the avocado industry has become a staple in many diets around the world, and its popularity has increased greatly due to the multiple health benefits.
However, the demand for this fruit has led to harmful environmental effects and the emergence of a mafia that controls the production and distribution of avocados in some countries.
A Chilean study published recently said that avocado cultivation has caused severe water shortages, as well as in Peru, where large farmers have dominated the avocado market since the 1990s, where cultivation requires huge amounts of water, the production of one kilogram of avocado, consumes about 1,000 liters of water, much more than other crops such as tomatoes or oranges.
According to a report by the Water Footprint Network, the production of one kilogram of tomatoes requires about 300 liters of water, and the high water use of avocado production has led to water scarcity and depletion of aquifers in some areas.
In the Mexican state of Michoacán, which produces about 80% of the world ’ s avocado, avocado cultivation has depleted local water supplies and caused severe environmental damage, with studies showing that avocado cultivation has led to deforestation, soil erosion and chemical contamination of water sources.
According to the report, moving avocados from the production site to the market also has a significant impact on the climate, as avocados are grown mainly in developing countries, and are exported to developed countries such as the United States, Europe and Japan, and the transport of avocados over long distances contributes to greenhouse gas emissions harmful to the environment. Approximately 5.4 kg of carbon dioxide emissions per kg of avocado.
Avocado production has also led to the emergence of a mafia that controls the production and distribution of avocados in some countries, where the avocado mafia operates mainly in Mexico, where it controls the production and export of avocados, and this mafia, according to media reports, consists of criminal organizations that use violence and intimidation to control the production and distribution of avocados, and often extort money from farmers. The avocado mafia uses violence to eliminate competitors and dominate the export market, as studies have shown that these gangs are responsible for deforestation, land grabbing and violence against indigenous communities in Mexico.
According to dozens of studies published in recent years, avocado cultivation also has negative effects on local communities. In some areas, demand for avocados has led to land grabbing, community displacement, labor exploitation, and avocado cultivation in the Mexican state of Michoacán has led to the displacement of indigenous communities and the exploitation of often paid migrant workers. Some studies have shown that the expansion of avocado cultivation has displaced traditional crops, leading to food insecurity and loss of biodiversity.
According to the study, governments around the world can take various measures to mitigate the impact of this agriculture on the climate, and one way is to promote sustainable avocado farming practices that reduce water use and reduce the use of chemicals. Protect the environment, provide financial incentives to farmers and enact laws that will deter illegal and criminal practices in these countries.

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

Mexico's avocado exports to the US are valued at $2.8 billion annually.

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Content: For foodies, workers, restaurant owners and investors on both sides of the Rio Grande border, Friday brought a sigh of relief after the United States lifted its temporary ban on imports of Mexican avocados.

The week-long pause — albeit a short one — had fueled concerns in the avocado industry, from the workers who pick the fruit in Mexico to consumers worrying about a potential shortage of a staple in the diets of many Americans.

Mexico supplies about 80 percent of the avocados eaten in the United States. The import ban — stemming from purported threats to a U.S. inspector in the Latin American country — shook a billion-dollar industry. Not only did the commotion showcase the law enforcement issues that growers are frequently subjected to in Mexico, but experts said it underscored the importance of one of the strongest and most successful bilateral trade agreements.

Before being smeared into toast or squashed into guacamole, the avocado’s life begins in an orchard in Michoacán — a western Mexican state over a thousand miles away from the border and the only one allowed to send over avocados to the United States. From a bright-green fruit hanging atop trees to its final stage inside American kitchens, the avocado’s journey from seed to food encompasses different phases of inspections and agreements between the two nations — which suddenly took a hit.

Last week, a plant safety inspector from the U.S. Agriculture Department’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service was inspecting avocados in Michoacán, when he saw some avocados that looked suspiciously like they came from another state, according to USDA and other industry experts. He raised a red flag and soon after, he received a voice-mail threat. Then the USDA announced it was shutting down imports until it could be assured its agents were safe.

The potential of an impending shortage quickly rippled across the industry — one that came shortly before the Super Bowl, one of the avocado’s biggest events. Soon, food establishments and groceries began worrying about keeping up with a demand that has exponentially increased throughout the past decade.

Prices for the fruit deemed “green gold” were already 100 percent higher than the previous year, said David Magaña, a senior analyst for RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness. But the year-long availability of avocados had also increased as well — indicating that a surge in demand can be attributed to different factors, he said.

For one, avocados, with their versatility and healthy fat attributes, became a food trend and Internet obsession. At the same time, the Hispanic population booms across the country — with a larger share of Latinos among Gen Z — have been “one of the major forces pulling the demand for avocados,” the analyst said.

But behind all those green juices and avocado Instagram-worthy photos is the partnership between Mexico and the United States — which has played a crucial role in enabling the market to expand.

In 1995 — a time when “fat-free” food staples ruled the market — the United States did not have much of a taste for avocados. The majority of the consumed fruit was produced in California. Avocado imports that year totaled $14.7 million, of which $700,000 came from Mexico, said David Orden, a professor in the department of agricultural and applied economics at Virginia Tech.

Mexico’s avocados had been banned in the decades before the North American Free Trade Agreement from 1994, Orden said — mostly out of a concern that weevils, scabs and other pests could enter U.S. orchards from imported products. The trade agreement opened the door for the incremental expansion of avocados.

In establishing a system in which U.S. inspectors verify that avocados are pest-free — from when they are growing in orchards to the moment they are packed into sealed trucks — Mexico has been allowed to ship its agricultural product. It started with an approved wintertime stock in Alaska back in the ’90s that has turned into a current year-long supply in all states.

“So that’s all very encouraging and great story about growth and trade agreements, and something the U.S. is trying to do in other countries as well,” Orden said.

The agreement has contributed to economic progress in both sides of the border. Last year, “the two-way food and agricultural trade reached $65 billion, including $2.8 billion in Mexican avocado exports to the United States,” U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar said in a statement. In Michoacán, some 300,000 workers depend on the avocado industry — including those doing the picking, the packing and the transporting of the fruit.

But their livelihoods have been threatened by encumbering cartels, who see the booming industry as a golden hen for profit, Orden said.

“It has attracted the attention of these gangs in an area where the cartels are not under control,” he said. “That’s where this story takes on a shadier color. But that’s really a law enforcement issue, and one that affects all of our relationships with Mexico.”

The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service said in a statement that it had worked with the Mexican government and the Association of Avocado Exporting Producers and Packers of Mexico to enact “additional measures” to safeguard the safety of its inspectors.

While the agency did not disclose what such measures encompass, they served to avert what could have been a costly avocado crisis — one that would had impacted plenty, from those picking the fruit to those biting into their avocado toasts.

“With this we ensure the exportation of fruit and provide economic certainty to farmers and day laborers,” Michoacán Gov. Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla tweeted Friday.

What are the countries and regions that produce and export avocados?

What are the positive effects of the global demand for avocados on the countries and regions that produce and export them?

"The Compound Annual Growth Rate of the Nuts Market is 7 percent from 2022 to 2029."

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Market Size in 2022 USD 53.12 Bn
Market Size in 2029 USD 78.5 Bn
CAGR 7 percent (2022-2029)
Forecast Period 2023-2029
Base Year 2022
Number of Pages 260
No. of Tables 125
No. of Charts and Figures 115
Segment Covered By Raw nuts, Roasted nuts, nut butter, processes nuts, organic nuts, and distribution channel
Regional Scope North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, South America
Report Coverage Market Share, Size & Forecast by Revenue | 2022−2029, Market Dynamics, Growth Drivers, Restraints, Investment Opportunities, and Key Trends, Competitive Landscape, Key Players Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, MMR Competition Matrix, Competitive Leadership Mapping, Global Key Players’ Market Ranking Analysis.

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Growing awareness regarding the health benefits of nuts with a rich source of protein, fiber, minerals and many more is expected to boost the Nuts Market growth. The proliferation of on the go snacks with convenient and healthy snacks is contributing to the growth of the market. Nuts are the perfect and ideal snack for this emerging trend. The demand for plant-based food is rising day by day. Nuts are plant-based food that helps to meet this demand from the consumer as they are vegan, gluten-free and sustainable, which is expected to influence the Nuts market growth.

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The North America region dominated the Nuts market in 2022 and is expected to hold the largest Nuts market share by 2029. The United States is the leading producer of nuts in the North American region. Increasing consumer awareness about the nutritional benefits of nuts along with the popularity of plant-based diets is expected to boost the regional market growth. Growing popularity for healthy snack options with vegan and vegetarian diets is expected to boost the regional Nuts market diet.

Nuts Market segment analysis

Based on Raw nuts, the market is segmented into Almonds, Cashews, Walnuts, Pistachios, Hazelnuts, and Peanuts. Raw nuts are popular for the health conscious consumers looking for natural and unadulterated snack options that are expected to boost the segment growth in the nuts market.

Based on Processed Nuts, the market is segmented based on Blanching, Slicing, and Chopping. Undergoing additional processes in the food industry as ingredients in baked goods and snacks is expected to boost the segment growth in the Nuts market.

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By Raw Nuts

  • Almonds
  • Cashews
  • Walnuts
  • Pistachios
  • Hazelnuts
  • Peanuts

By Roasted Nuts

  • Spicy
  • Salted
  • Sweet

By Nut butter

  • Peanut Butter
  • Almond Butter

By Processed Nuts

  • Blanching
  • Slicing
  • Chopping

By Organic Nuts

  • Pecans
  • Peanuts
  • Walnuts

By Distribution Channel

  • Super Markets
  • Hyper Markets
  • Online Retail
  • Convenience stores

Nuts Market Key Players include

  • Olam International Limited
  • Blue Diamond Growers
  • Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds LLC
  • Diamond Foods LLC
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company
  • John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.
  • Sun-Maid Growers of California
  • Fisher Nuts
  • Mariani Nut Company
  • Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company
  • GNC Corporation
  • Royal Nut Company
  • Treehouse Foods, Inc.
  • Borges Agricultural & Industrial Nuts
  • Select Harvests Limited
  • Good Life Organic
  • Zinke Orchards Inc.
  • Terri Lynn, Inc.
  • Trophy Foods Inc.
  • Alma Lasers Ltd.

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  • What are Nuts?
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  • What is the expected Nuts market size by 2029?
  • What is the growth rate of the Nuts Market?
  • Which are the factors expected to drive the Nuts market growth?
  • Which segment dominated the Nuts market growth?
  • What is the demand pattern for the Nuts market?
  • Which region held the largest share in the Nuts market?
  • Who are the key players in the Nuts market?

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  • Past Market Size and Competitive Landscape (2018 to 2021)
  • Past Pricing and price curve by region (2018 to 2021)
  • Market Size, Share, Size & Forecast by different segment | 2022−2029
  • Market Dynamics – Growth Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, and Key Trends by region
  • Market Segmentation – A detailed analysis by Raw nuts, Roasted nuts, nut butter, processes nuts, organic nuts, and distribution channel
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    • Competitive landscape – Market Leaders, Market Followers, Regional player
    • Competitive benchmarking of key players by region
  • PESTLE Analysis
  • PORTER’s analysis
  • Value chain and supply chain analysis
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  • Lucrative business opportunities with SWOT analysis
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"Michoacán is the Mexican state that exports avocados to the United States."

What are the countries and regions that import avocados?

What are the countries and regions that produce and export avocados?

"Significant deforestation for avocado plantations occurred around 2019, with an acceleration of deforestation in that year."

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Drug lord avocado rises in Mexico, superfood wreaks ecological havoc
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As a superfood, avocado has gained a lot of attention in recent years, and many cafes and restaurants have taken advantage of this trend, launching avocado meals and beverages. However, as the demand for avocado has increased, the cultivation of agricultural land has also expanded, which has caused ecological havoc in Mexico, the country of origin, and the rise of "avocado criminal organizations."
Avocado is native to Central America, Mexico and Peru, with Mexico ’ s largest producing region located in the southern state of Michoacán, producing 70% of the country ’ s avocado, and the neighboring state of Jalisco, producing about 11% of the country ’ s avocado. As demand for avocado grows, the cultivation of avocado spreads to other states, including Colima. and Chiapas.
However, this wave of expansion of the avocado garden has not been carefully evaluated, but under the guidance of local criminal organizations, with almost brutal methods of deforestation, the local preservation of the original forest has been completely destroyed.
According to the conservation news website Mongabay, one tree in Jalisco is illegally cut down every 75 seconds to be converted into a casserole garden, with around 1,100 trees disappearing every day.
The study found that in 2010, Jalisco ’ s avocado garden was about 0.84 million hectares, but by 2021, it has reached 27.8 million hectares, more than tripled, and nearly half of the state ’ s 56,000 hectares of agricultural land has been used to grow avocado; and correspondingly, deforestation has accelerated since 2019, at least 0.51 million hectares of woodland has become avocado, resulting in pristine acorn. A large number of forests and evergreen forests have disappeared.
Under the avocado craze, criminal organizations also sniffed business opportunities, and the notorious Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes extended his reach into the field, and his Jalisco New Generation Cartel acquired the land of local residents and transplanted the avocado to obtain huge amounts. Profit.
Locals point out that not only private land, but also protected woodlands that require official permission to convert to other crops, and that even if people report to the government that these organizations have substantial control over these areas, they end up sinking into the sea, with the result of course more virgin forest areas being destroyed.
In addition, compared to the original forest, planting avocado requires a lot of water, so after the new avocado garden is planted, it is necessary to build a large water storage tank to reserve irrigation water, which reduces the function of rainwater infiltration and local water collection.
Mexico is not a country with abundant water resources. As the number of avocado trees continues to increase, it will undoubtedly worsen the local water shortage and exacerbate political tensions.
On the other hand, there are also locals who try to coexist with the original ecology and introduce more eco-friendly avocados.
Javier Magaña Cárdenas, a avocado farmer who has long maintained the forest and helped restore the trees, said the authorities should establish a system to help identify and verify the provenance of avocados and ensure that illegal avocados are eliminated by consumers.
Already, many smallholder farmers have partnered with the Rainforest Alliance, a non-governmental organization, and around 1,500 hectares of avocado gardens in Jalisco have been certified for sustainable agriculture.
Sergio Graf Montero, head of the Jalisco Ministry of Environment and Territorial Development (SEMADET), said that as long as the demand for non-destructive avocados in the market rises, farmers will naturally choose such methods, and it is still consumers who determine the future of the ecology.
Updated: 2023-06-18 19: 38 GMT + 08: 00

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

Consumers in the United States, Europe, and Japan drive the high demand for avocados.

Avocado cultivation in Michoacan state has led to severe environmental issues, including depletion of local water supplies, deforestation, soil erosion, and chemical contamination of water sources.

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

European avocado imports have recently increased by 23% compared to the same week in 2023.

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Content: Avocado imports rise in Europe, decline in China

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Specialized intelligence company Avobook's week 29 report noted interesting movements in the global avocado market.

European avocado imports saw a 23% rise compared to the same week in 2023. Interestingly, the report points out that this has not induced a price reduction.

. The interesting thing, the report points out, is that this has not induced a price reduction.

Something different can be observed in China, where arrivals from Peru have decreased by more than half year-on-year. Peruvian supplies usually dominate the market at this time of the year.

In the case of the United States, Avobook explains that Mexican supplies account for 40% of the market, while California's account for 28%, and Peru's, 24%. The scenario in the U.S. market shows slightly lower prices than the previous week in all grades.

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The Global Avocado Summit, organized by the Chilean Avocado Committee and the Yentzen Group, will be held on November 21 at the Casino Monticello event center in Chile.

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How has avocado consumption changed in recent years?

Kenyan companies can invest in sustainable avocado production by promoting practices that reduce water use and chemical use, and by providing financial incentives to farmers.

What strategies can make global avocado trade more ethical?

Some farmers and NGOs promote sustainable avocado farming practices to address environmental concerns, such as reducing water use and chemical use.

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

What strategies can make global avocado trade more ethical?

"It takes approximately 320 litres of water to grow one avocado."

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Content: "Superfood" avocado has become one of the most popular fruits in the world due to its dense taste and wide use, but environmental awareness has risen in recent years, and due to the need for water and high carbon footprint during cultivation, some restaurants around the world have resisted avocado, replacing the ingredients used in dishes with other fruits and vegetables.
According to the Guardian and The Hill, growing avocados requires a lot of water. According to DanWatch, an independent Danish investigative media, it takes an average of 320 litres of water to grow one avocados.
In addition, thanks to the popularity of avocados around the world, the international transportation of avocados after harvest has further boosted the carbon footprint, which is estimated by Carbon Footprint Ltd to be nearly 850 grams for two avocados commonly found on supermarket shelves.
The main production area of avocado is in Central and South America, but because it is popular with North American and European consumers, the avocado has to be transported across continents when it grows.
Because the journey is too long, farmers often pick the avocado before it is ripe, and it is necessary to use temperature-controlled containers to transport the avocado, all of which push up the avocado ’ s carbon footprint.
In addition, the price of avocado has been soaring in recent years, according to Business Insider, by 2019, the Hass avocado produced in California has risen to $2.1 (about NT $58).
In recent years, the price of avocado has risen, and the cost of its cultivation and transportation has been inextricably linked, and California's casepear production has been severely affected by drought and wildfires in recent years.
Growing and distributing avocados also requires a lot of labor, and the avocados need to be transported to the ripening center first after picking them first, and then to the sales sites after adding ethylene.
Thomasina Miers, founder of the British Mexican restaurant chain, pointed out that today's strong demand for avocado around the world has caused the price of avocado to soar to the point that indigenous people in the region cannot afford it.
Realizing the environmental impact of avocados, restaurants around the world are beginning to resist them. Myers says his restaurant has replaced the cornflake sauce “avocados ” with beans, green peppers, lime, parsley, etc.
Canadian Mexican chef Aldo Camarena also introduced dipping sauces made with pumpkin seeds and tomatoes, while Irish restaurant owner JP McMahon removed the avocado from the menu, calling it “Mexico ’ s blood diamond. ”
Chefs declare war on a trendy fruit because of its enormous carbon footprint
Source: Why avocados are so expensive
End of the avocado: why chefs are ditching the unsustainable fruit
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What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

Governments can promote sustainable avocado farming practices to mitigate the climate impact of avocado farming, such as agroforestry, permaculture, or regenerative agriculture, and support research and development of more water-efficient and disease-resistant varieties.

What strategies can make global avocado trade more ethical?

Mexico has faced concerns over avocado farming's water usage, as it has depleted local water supplies and caused severe environmental damage.

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?

"The forecasted amount of avocados destined for the United States is 1.04 million metric tons."

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Content: Mexican avocado production to fall in 2021-22 - FreshFruitPortal.com

Mexican avocado production to fall in 2021-22

Mexican avocado production is forecast to fall by eight percent year-on-year in the 2021-22 season, according to a USDA GAIN report.

The country is expected to produce 2.33 million metric tons (MMT) between July 2021 and June 2022, following a record volume year in the previous season.

"Growers state that they are expecting needed tree recovery after record productivity and production (especially in Michoacán) in the MY 2020/21 season," the report said.

"Additionally, insufficient rainfall and high temperatures are likely to reduce production and yields in non-Michoacan producing states."

Mexico is forecasted to export 1.33 MMT in 2021-22, eight percent lower than the previous season, on lower production. Exports to the U.S. are forecasted at 1.04 MMT.

Michoacán, the only state with phytosanitary approvals to export to the U.S. typically exports approximately 85 percent of production.

According to the USDA, profit margins for export to the U.S. are typically more than 50 percent higher than supplies sold to the domestic market. Michoacán also exported 22 percent greater volumes in 2020/21 than the previous MY to non-U.S. markets, on increased production. Canada, Japan, and Spain were the main destinations.

International demand for avocados from Mexico continues to increase, and producers without access to the U.S. market continue to seek international markets with higher profitability than the domestic market. Jalisco exported 26 percent more volume than the previous marketing year in 2020/21, mainly to Japan, Canada, France and Spain.

Planted and harvested areas are forecasted at 227,126 hectares (ha) and 225,910 ha respectively, with a national yield of 10.30 metric tons per hectare (MT/ha).

Harvest reaches peak from October to February, with average supply from March to May, and low season from June to September.

Annual per capita consumption is seven kilograms (approximately 15 pounds) per person. While a staple in Mexican cuisine, avocado consumption has not grown in recent years because of high prices driven by increased international demand.

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Avocado is primarily cultivated in Mexico, specifically in the state of Michoacán, which produces about 80% of the world's avocado.

What are the countries and regions that produce and export avocados?

Avocado farming in Michoacán, Mexico, has caused significant environmental damage, including deforestation, soil erosion, and water contamination.

What negative impact has the increased global demand for avocados had on the environment?