Al-Ahsa lemons are currently available in local wholesale markets and fruit and vegetable stores, with distribution extending across the Gulf. This expansion follows the implementation of packaging and labeling standards and the creation of a unified brand.
According to SPA, these lemons are among the most important summer agricultural fruits in Al-Ahsa, providing economic and investment value due to their abundance in various agricultural orchards.
The sector has expanded into value-added industries, including the production of natural juices, essential oils, and high-quality dried lemons to increase economic returns for farmers. The annual Lomi Hasawi Exhibition serves as a platform for farmers, researchers, investors, and public and private sector entities to promote the product and encourage innovation.
The exhibition also focuses on transferring modern technologies, stimulating production forms related to lomi, and raising awareness of its economic and cultural importance.
How are Al-Ahsa lemons distributed in local and regional markets? Al-Ahsa lemons are sold in local fruit and vegetable stores as well as wholesale markets. They are also marketed across the Gulf region, a process supported by the establishment of a unified brand and the application of specific labeling and packaging requirements.
What value-added products are derived from Al-Ahsa lemons? The agricultural sector has expanded beyond raw fruit to include several value-added industries. These include the production of high-quality dried lemons, essential oils, and natural juices, all of which serve to increase the economic returns for the farmers involved.
What is the purpose of the annual Lomi Hasawi Exhibition? The Lomi Hasawi Exhibition acts as a platform bringing together investors, researchers, farmers, and entities from the private and public sectors. It aims to promote the product, encourage innovation, transfer modern technologies, and increase awareness regarding the economic and cultural importance of the lemon.