Scientific and Technical Research
Center for Arid Regions

C.R.S.T.R.A

A New Year of Scientific Excellence and Innovation CRSTRA – 2026

A New Year of Scientific Excellence and Innovation CRSTRA – 2026

01 January 2026

 Scientific Visit of Batna 2 University Students to the Experimental Station of El-Outaya (CRSTRA, Biskra)

Scientific Visit of Batna 2 University Students to the Experimental Station of El-Outaya (CRSTRA, Biskra)

Official Opening of the 4th Edition of Hackathon DZ 2025 at CRSTRA Biskra

Official Opening of the 4th Edition of Hackathon DZ 2025 at CRSTRA Biskra

Visit of Master’s Students from the University of M’sila to CRSTRA Biskra

Visit of Master’s Students from the University of M’sila to CRSTRA Biskra

Scientific Visit by Plant Protection Students to CRSTRA Biskra Laboratories

Scientific Visit by Plant Protection Students to CRSTRA Biskra Laboratories

Student Visit to the El-Outaya Experimental Station to Promote Practical Training in Plant Protection

Student Visit to the El-Outaya Experimental Station to Promote Practical Training in Plant Protection

CRSTRA’s Participation in the Regional Workshop on Endangered Species

CRSTRA’s Participation in the Regional Workshop on Endangered Species

Appointment of the Director of the Research Unit on Resources, Environmental Systems, and Sustainable Development of Wad Righ

Appointment of the Director of the Research Unit on Resources, Environmental Systems, and Sustainable Development of Wad Righ

Periodic Meeting of the Board of Directors of CRSTRA Biskra

Periodic Meeting of the Board of Directors of CRSTRA Biskra

Acknowledgment of the Organizing Team’s Efforts for the Success of the International Colloquium at CRSTRA Biskra

Acknowledgment of the Organizing Team’s Efforts for the Success of the International Colloquium at CRSTRA Biskra

Organizational Changes to Enhance Skills and Develop Leadership Structures at CRSTRA

Organizational Changes to Enhance Skills and Develop Leadership Structures at CRSTRA

Activities of the 2nd International Conference on Biological and Integrated Control CILBIA2

Activities of the 2nd International Conference on Biological and Integrated Control CILBIA2

Field Visit to Strengthen Coordination Between Scientific Research and Practical Applications within CILBIA2

Field Visit to Strengthen Coordination Between Scientific Research and Practical Applications within CILBIA2

International Specialized Axis on Integrated Management of Date Palm Diseases – CRSTRA Biskra

International Specialized Axis on Integrated Management of Date Palm Diseases – CRSTRA Biskra

Coordination Meeting in Preparation for the 2nd International Conference on Biological and Integrated Control CILBIA2

Coordination Meeting in Preparation for the 2nd International Conference on Biological and Integrated Control CILBIA2

Reception of GIZ Program Delegation at CRSTRA Biskra

Reception of GIZ Program Delegation at CRSTRA Biskra

Visit of Master’s Students in Environmental Sciences to CRSTRA El-Wotaya Station

Visit of Master’s Students in Environmental Sciences to CRSTRA El-Wotaya Station

Congratulations on the 71st Anniversary of the Start of the Liberation Revolution

Congratulations on the 71st Anniversary of the Start of the Liberation Revolution

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Conference on Modernizing Agriculture

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Conference on Modernizing Agriculture

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Tree Planting Campaign

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Tree Planting Campaign

Visit of Master’s Students in Analytical Chemistry to CRSTRA Biskra Laboratories

Visit of Master’s Students in Analytical Chemistry to CRSTRA Biskra Laboratories

CRSTRA Biskra Director Participates in Visit of Minister of Knowledge Economy and Startups

CRSTRA Biskra Director Participates in Visit of Minister of Knowledge Economy and Startups

Visit of Experts to ADIH Digital Innovation Center for Agricultural Businesses in Biskra

Visit of Experts to ADIH Digital Innovation Center for Agricultural Businesses in Biskra

CRSTRA Biskra Hosts World Food Day Activities

CRSTRA Biskra Hosts World Food Day Activities

Tribute to the Martyrs of October 17, 1961

Tribute to the Martyrs of October 17, 1961

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in International Day of Rural Women

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in International Day of Rural Women

Media Day on Saffron Cultivation at University of Ghardaïa with CRSTRA Biskra and CNCC

Media Day on Saffron Cultivation at University of Ghardaïa with CRSTRA Biskra and CNCC

Inauguration of the National Coordination Committee for Monitoring Innovation and University Entrepreneurship

Inauguration of the National Coordination Committee for Monitoring Innovation and University Entrepreneurship

Workshop on Argan Tree Development in Tindouf

Workshop on Argan Tree Development in Tindouf

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Agricultural Guidance Day

CRSTRA Biskra Participates in the National Agricultural Guidance Day

Applied Workshop on Scanning Electron Microscope for CRSTRA Engineers

Applied Workshop on Scanning Electron Microscope for CRSTRA Engineers

Partnership Agreement between CRSTRA Biskra and Constantine Chamber of Agriculture

Partnership Agreement between CRSTRA Biskra and Constantine Chamber of Agriculture

CRSTRA Biskra Work Visit to Guedila Mineral Water Company

CRSTRA Biskra Work Visit to Guedila Mineral Water Company

CRSTRA and Badji Mokhtar University Annaba Sign a Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Scientific Research and Innovation

CRSTRA and Badji Mokhtar University Annaba Sign a Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Scientific Research and Innovation

The Startup O3SipTech Represents Algerian Innovation at the Intra-African Trade Fair IATF 2025

The Startup O3SipTech Represents Algerian Innovation at the Intra-African Trade Fair IATF 2025

Launch of the National Saffron Cultivation Campaign at the National School of Agriculture under the Supervision of the Ministers of Higher Education and Agriculture

Launch of the National Saffron Cultivation Campaign at the National School of Agriculture under the Supervision of the Ministers of Higher Education and Agriculture

CRSTRA Holds a Coordination Meeting to Strengthen Collaboration Between Scientific Research and the Economic Sector

CRSTRA Holds a Coordination Meeting to Strengthen Collaboration Between Scientific Research and the Economic Sector

Field Visit to Strengthen the Partnership Between CRSTRA and COSIDER Agrico to Support Agriculture in Arid Regions

Field Visit to Strengthen the Partnership Between CRSTRA and COSIDER Agrico to Support Agriculture in Arid Regions

CRSTRA Signs Agreement to Implement a Smart Boat System for Water Quality Monitoring in Dams

CRSTRA Signs Agreement to Implement a Smart Boat System for Water Quality Monitoring in Dams

Coordination Meeting to Strengthen Collaboration in Saffron Cultivation Ahead of the Upcoming Season

Coordination Meeting to Strengthen Collaboration in Saffron Cultivation Ahead of the Upcoming Season

CRSTRA Discusses the Valorization of Strategic Projects in Saffron and Argan to Support Local Development

CRSTRA Discusses the Valorization of Strategic Projects in Saffron and Argan to Support Local Development

CRSTRA Implements a Pilot Plan for Sheep Feed to Enhance Livestock Product Quality

CRSTRA Implements a Pilot Plan for Sheep Feed to Enhance Livestock Product Quality

63rd Anniversary of Algeria’s Independence

63rd Anniversary of Algeria’s Independence

Greeting on the Occasion of the Islamic New Year

Greeting on the Occasion of the Islamic New Year

Important Announcement Regarding Summer Working Hours

Important Announcement Regarding Summer Working Hours

Participation of CRSTRA in the National Meeting on Combating Desertification and Drought

Participation of CRSTRA in the National Meeting on Combating Desertification and Drought

Condolences

Condolences

Eid al-Adha Greetings

Eid al-Adha Greetings

Commemoration of May 8, 1945

Commemoration of May 8, 1945

Celebration of Labor Day at the Desert Monitoring and Experiment Station – Béni Abbès District

Celebration of Labor Day at the Desert Monitoring and Experiment Station – Béni Abbès District

In Appreciation of Their Continuous Dedication: CRSTRA Honors Its Staff on Labor Day

In Appreciation of Their Continuous Dedication: CRSTRA Honors Its Staff on Labor Day

Scientific Week Activities of the Algerian Academy of Science and Technology

Scientific Week Activities of the Algerian Academy of Science and Technology

Inauguration of the First 100% Algerian Animal Feed Production Unit

Inauguration of the First 100% Algerian Animal Feed Production Unit

Scientific Week of the Algerian Academy of Sciences and Technology

Scientific Week of the Algerian Academy of Sciences and Technology

Visit of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Inauguration of the Animal Feed Production Unit

Visit of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Inauguration of the Animal Feed Production Unit

2nd International Symposium on Biological and Integrated Control in Algeria “CILBIA2”

2nd International Symposium on Biological and Integrated Control in Algeria “CILBIA2”

Congratulations

Congratulations

2nd National Symposium on Bioactive Substances (SBio-2025)

2nd National Symposium on Bioactive Substances (SBio-2025)

Congratulations on the occasion of international women's day

Congratulations on the occasion of international women's day

Publication of issue 18 – part 1 of 2025 of the JARA journal!

Publication of issue 18 – part 1 of 2025 of the JARA journal!

Congratulations on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan 🌙

Congratulations on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan 🌙

Dr. Ben Guegga Zineddine guest of the 'scientific research platform' on Channel 7

Dr. Ben Guegga Zineddine guest of the 'scientific research platform' on Channel 7

February 11, 2025

The scientific and technical research center for arid regions hosts world wetlands day

The scientific and technical research center for arid regions hosts world wetlands day

February 2, 2025

Proceedings of the national seminar on public scientific and technological institutions

Proceedings of the national seminar on public scientific and technological institutions

December 23, 2024

Algerian production fair 2024

Algerian production fair 2024

December 19 - 28, 2024

32nd edition of the Algerian production fair 2024

32nd edition of the Algerian production fair 2024

December 19, 2024

National meeting on the valorization of biological resources in arid zones

National meeting on the valorization of biological resources in arid zones

December 16-17, 2024

14th edition of the national innovation fair

14th edition of the national innovation fair

December 07, 2024

Information day on scientific research, technology, and food security

Information day on scientific research, technology, and food security

November 29, 2024