Al-Baha hosted the 18th Honey Festival, where nearly 30 tons of honey and bee products were displayed. The event attracted approximately 100,000 visitors and saw the participation of 45 beekeepers alongside various government and private entities.
According to SPA, the festival included side programs designed to introduce the beekeeping industry and showcase the quality and variety of regional products, providing a marketing opportunity for beekeepers to strengthen the position of national products.
Fahd bin Miftah Al-Zahrani, Director General of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture branch in Al-Baha, stated that the festival is a primary pillar for supporting beekeepers and promoting national products. He noted that the success of this edition reflects ongoing efforts to develop the agricultural sector in line with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
The closing ceremony included expressions of appreciation for the participating organizations and supporters of the event.
What were the main outcomes of the 18th Al-Baha Honey Festival? The festival concluded with the display of nearly 30 tons of high-quality honey and bee products. It attracted approximately 100,000 visitors and involved the participation of 45 beekeepers, as well as various private and government entities.
How did the festival support the local beekeeping industry in Al-Baha? The event featured side programs that introduced the beekeeping industry and showcased the diversity and quality of regional products. These activities provided beekeepers with a marketing platform to strengthen the position of national products.
What did the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture state regarding the event? Fahd bin Miftah Al-Zahrani, the branch director in Al-Baha, described the festival as a main pillar for supporting beekeepers. He added that the event’s success reflects efforts to develop the agricultural sector according to Saudi Vision 2030 goals.