Jazan produces approximately 60 percent of Saudi Arabia’s mangoes, with more than one million mango trees yielding 65,000 tons annually. The region has established itself as a hub for tropical fruit production through the efforts of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, farmer participation, and suitable climatic conditions.
According to SPA, Jazan also hosts over 800,000 papaya trees producing more than 40,000 tons, over one million banana trees producing 15,000 tons, more than 6,000 guava trees producing about 60 tons, and over 4,200 custard apple trees producing more than 42 tons per year.
The Tropical Fruits and Greenhouses project has been implemented under the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. This project involves an investment of over 600 million riyals across two million square meters to increase production capacity, utilize modern technologies, and improve the added value of products.
What are the mango production figures for the Jazan region? Jazan is the largest producer of mangoes in Saudi Arabia, accounting for approximately 60 percent of the national production. The region utilizes more than one million mango trees to achieve an annual production volume of 65,000 tons.
Which other tropical fruits are produced in Jazan and in what quantities? Jazan produces over 40,000 tons of papaya from more than 800,000 trees and 15,000 tons of bananas from over one million trees. Additionally, the region produces about 60 tons of guava from over 6,000 trees and more than 42 tons of custard apple from over 4,200 trees annually.
What are the details of the Tropical Fruits and Greenhouses project? Implemented under Saudi Vision 2030, the Tropical Fruits and Greenhouses project covers an area of two million square meters. It involves an investment exceeding 600 million riyals aimed at increasing production capacity, applying modern technologies, and enhancing the added value of the crops.