Publications by authors named "Hamza Harkat"
Date palm ( L.) trees are largely cultivated across the Algerian oases; they are principal sources of remuneration and the economic basis for residents of these areas. Date palm fruits are rich sources of essential nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibers, with many potential health benefits, yet there are few studies on the chemical composition and biological properties of date palm seed oil.
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- The olive tree and its oil play a significant role in Mediterranean history, representing a key agricultural product tied to cultural identity.
- Despite its importance, there is limited understanding of the evolutionary history of olives, especially in Algeria, which is recognized as a secondary center for olive diversification.
- The study analyzed 119 unique Algerian olive varieties and 103 from Sicily using genetic markers to explore genetic diversity and relationships, shedding light on the complex processes of olive cultivation in the Mediterranean.