Madinah products included in Taste Ark initiative

Madinah province has 35 products listed in the global Taste Ark initiative, which contains a total of 180 products. The listing was facilitated by the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission.

According to SPA, the Taste Ark is a global electronic registry and catalog program established by Slow Food. It aims to document and protect traditional foods, support local producers, and promote biodiversity and the preservation of dietary cultural heritage for future generations.

The selected items include Madinah cabbage, Madinah eleagnus, Al-Ahsa mint, Fagrah mountain honey, Madinah hamati, Shariq bread, Basham, Ace wheat, and Ace Berni dates. These products reflect the local ingredients and agricultural practices linked to the history and culture of the province.

Participation in the initiative promotes the cultural and economic value of local dietary heritage and increases the influence of Saudi products on international biodiversity platforms. It also aims to raise awareness about protecting traditional knowledge and practices associated with food production to ensure sustainable development.