Agriculture has always been central to Syria, and it is central to the country’s recovery. Long before recent decades, Syrian farms produced olives, wheat, cotton, and vegetables for the region, and the land that supported that output is still there. As farms come back into full production, access to good fertilizer is one of the practical things that helps rebuild yields and food security.
Dragon Ferti, made in neighboring Jordan, is well positioned to support that effort with specialty fertilizers suited to Syrian crops and soils. This guide focuses on the country’s agricultural strengths: olives, grain, and vegetables.
Olives: Syria’s signature crop
Syria is one of the region’s important olive producers, with groves concentrated in the north and along the coast. Olives are hardy trees, but they reward good nutrition with better fruit set, higher oil content, and more even production from year to year.
Two things matter most for olives. The first is boron, because olives are unusually sensitive to boron shortage, which shows up as poor fruit set and dropped flowers. The second is potassium, which drives oil content and fruit fill.
Dragon BorCal supplies the boron and calcium that olives need at flowering and fruit set, and Dragon Paste High Potassium supports oil accumulation through fruit development. Olives also tend toward alternate bearing, where a heavy year is followed by a light one, and steady nutrition helps smooth that cycle.
Foliar feeding for rainfed groves
Many Syrian olive groves are rainfed, without irrigation systems to deliver nutrients to the root. For these, foliar feeding is the practical route. Spraying nutrients directly onto the leaves works even where there is no fertigation, and it is especially good for the boron and trace elements that drive fruit set.
Dragon Stick added to a foliar spray helps it cling to and absorb into olive leaves, which have a waxy surface that sheds water easily. Our foliar fertilization guide covers how to get the most from spray feeding.
For groves moving toward organic certification, which can open valuable export markets, Dragon Mix is an organic-compatible micronutrient blend.
Wheat for food security
Wheat is fundamental to Syria’s food security, and restoring grain yields is a national priority. Grain nutrition is straightforward: efficient nitrogen and phosphorus, plus the micronutrients that local soils may lack. A clean, fully soluble feed from the Dragon Fert soluble powder range delivers nutrients efficiently, and for fields under drought or heat stress, Dragon Fighter helps the crop hold up.
Coastal vegetables
The coastal region around Latakia and Tartus has a milder climate suited to vegetables and citrus. These crops reward precision feeding, and the same programs that work for vegetables elsewhere apply here. Our guide to specialty fertilizer return on investment explains why better inputs pay back on higher-value crops.
Working with Dragon Ferti
Dragon Ferti’s location in Jordan places it close to Syria by regional standards, which matters for dependable supply. The full range covers olives, grain, and vegetables, all free of chloride, sodium, and heavy metals. Browse the product catalog or reach the team through the contact page to discuss programs or distribution.
Frequently asked questions
Why is boron so important for olive trees?
Olives are unusually sensitive to boron shortage, more than most tree crops. When boron is low, fruit set drops and flowers fail, which directly cuts yield. A boron and calcium product like Dragon BorCal, applied at flowering and fruit set, addresses this. It is one of the highest-value corrections in olive nutrition.
Can I fertilize rainfed olive groves without irrigation?
Yes, through foliar feeding. Spraying nutrients onto the leaves works where there is no system to deliver them to the roots, and it is especially effective for boron and trace elements. Adding Dragon Stick helps the spray adhere to the waxy olive leaf surface for better absorption.
What fertilizer helps restore wheat yields?
Wheat needs efficient nitrogen and phosphorus plus the micronutrients local soils may lack. A clean, fully soluble feed delivers nutrients with little waste, and stress-support products like Dragon Fighter help the crop through drought and heat. The goal is efficient, reliable nutrition rather than complex programs.
Is Dragon Ferti available to Syrian growers?
Dragon Ferti is manufactured in Jordan, close to Syria by regional standards, and works through regional distribution channels. For current sourcing options and distributor inquiries, the team can be reached through the contact page.