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Olive Press A shortage of water, but not hospitality, in the West Bank's fields

Abu Elias, a Jericho farmer, cultivates cucumbers, eggplants, ingenuity, and a good sense of humor.

By Staff writer / May 1, 2013

Evan Bryant

Abu Elias is pretty much the man in Jericho, where he has raised his four children on the income he earns from growing cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants. I met him in the town square on a dusty October day while reporting a story about water shortages in the West Bank; he invited me to come see his farm – after he visited the local barber shop.