Argan oil, known as a miracle cosmetic worldwide, is a lifeline for rural women in Morocco. Women grind kernels to make the oil, earning modest wages. The popularity of argan oil is threatening the argan forests due to overharvesting and drought. The forests face challenges from climate change, overgrazing by goats, and competition from camels. Cooperatives struggle to compete with large multinational companies, and efforts are being made to conserve the forests and improve the supply chain.
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