In Diohine and its surroundings, the Faidherbia albida is a tree well known to local farmers for its crucial role in agriculture. Its leaves and residues enrich the soil with organic matter, while its root system helps maintain the fertility of the land.
However, the tree cover in the area is gradually deteriorating, making this emblematic tree of the peanut basin increasingly rare. This decline is concerning because the disappearance of Faidherbia albida could further weaken agricultural lands, endangering local crops.
This situation was reported in a piece by Habib Diao for RFI, emphasizing the importance of preserving this tree for the sustainability of agriculture in the region.