Argan Oil Environmental Impact
The argan tree has a very important environmental effect of the south west of Morocco. It provides shelter and food for both humans and animals. The tree’s deep roots help prevent desertification. It also provides shade for other agricultural products.
The argan tree helps prevent soil erosion and replenish groundwater. Since the success of argan oil, argan trees are protected by the Moroccan state from being cut down. In addition, regeneration and replantation projects of the Arganeraie has also been carried out during the last decade.