More than 140,000 palm trees in the Al-Baha region produce over 2,000 tonnes of dates every year. The Al-Aqiq governorate is identified as one of the most suitable areas in the region for palm cultivation.
According to SPA, Saeed Al-Ghamdi, the director of the non-profit sector and agricultural solutions department at the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture branch in Al-Baha, stated that this activity supports the agricultural sector and helps farmers optimize available resources.
The Saudi Reef sustainable rural agricultural development program provides non-refundable financial support to palm growers and workers in related processing industries. This support is granted according to approved regulations and requirements to improve production efficiency and develop rural agricultural activities.
Processing industries are used to diversify palm products and increase their added value, which expands marketing prospects and stimulates economic returns for farmers to ensure the sustainability of the activity in Al-Baha.
What are the production statistics for palm trees in Al-Baha? The Al-Baha region contains more than 140,000 palm trees. These trees produce an annual yield of more than 2,000 tonnes of dates, providing economic and nutritional value to the region.
How does the Saudi Reef program support palm growers in Al-Baha? The Saudi Reef sustainable rural agricultural development program provides non-refundable financial support to palm growers and workers in processing industries. This assistance is provided based on approved requirements to improve production efficiency and develop rural agricultural activities.
Which area in Al-Baha is most suitable for palm cultivation? The Al-Aqiq governorate is considered one of the most suitable zones in the Al-Baha region for the cultivation of palm trees, contributing to the overall agricultural output of the area.