Al Bahah region contains more than 140,000 palm trees that produce over 2,000 tons of dates every year. Al Aqiq city is identified as one of the most suitable areas for palm cultivation within the region.
According to SPA, Saeed bin Musfir Al-Ghamdi, Director of the Non-Profit Department and Agricultural Solutions at the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture branch in Al Bahah, stated that the region produces various date types including Safri, Khalas, Sukkari, and Barhi.
The Ministry branch provides farmers with training programs, specialized workshops, and field visits to improve planting, irrigation, fertilization, and palm care. These efforts aim to increase production quality, reduce agricultural waste, and improve farm productivity to boost farmers’ economic income and market competitiveness.
Training programs also introduce farmers to organic farming to produce high-quality dates and protect natural resources. Additionally, the Rural Agricultural Sustainable Development program (Reef) provides non-refundable financial support to palm growers and those in related processing industries to develop rural agricultural activities.
How many palm trees are in Al Bahah and what is their annual output? There are more than 140,000 palm trees located in the Al Bahah region. These trees produce an annual output of more than 2,000 tons of dates, contributing to the economic and nutritional value of the area’s agricultural activities.
Which date varieties are produced in the Al Bahah region? The palm groves in Al Bahah produce several different types of dates, specifically Safri, Khalas, Sukkari, and Barhi. The different ripening times and characteristics of these varieties allow farmers to diversify production and meet local market needs.
What support is provided to palm farmers in Al Bahah? The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture branch offers training programs, specialized workshops, and field visits to improve irrigation, fertilization, and harvesting. Additionally, the Reef program provides non-refundable financial support to palm growers and those involved in related processing industries.