The activity involved several date palm plantations (Phoenix dactylifera L.), as part of the project of John Paul II Foundation. The producers visited are moving in a very difficult socio-political and environmental context but they seem generally willing to communicate the problems and strengths of the agro-ecosystem of interest, despite a tendency to practice in the management and resolution of cultural problems. and market. However, it was possible to obtain valuable information and dialogue from local operators. This was essential to be able to propose and discuss possible solutions to the critical issues evaded in inspections and to set in motion at least locally a series of virtuous measures aimed at increasing socio-ecological resilience.