Buraidah Dates Carnival highlights Qassim’s lead in Saudi date production
The Buraidah Dates Carnival showcases Qassim’s role as Saudi Arabia’s top date-producing region, responsible for nearly half of the Kingdom’s total output.
The Buraidah Dates Carnival celebrates Qassim’s status as Saudi Arabia’s foremost date-producing region, which contributes roughly half of the Kingdom’s total date output. This event underscores the region’s dominance in the palm and dates industry, boasting around 11 million palm trees and annually yielding over 580,000 tons of dates.
Dr. Khalid Al-Naqidan, Secretary-General and CEO of the carnival, highlighted that Qassim’s success is attributed to a combination of factors, including strong government support, fertile land, ample water resources, and an optimal environment for date farming. The region’s commitment to modern farming techniques, coupled with the diligence of its farmers, has enhanced production efficiency and date quality, positioning Qassim as a national benchmark for palm cultivation and date production.
The Buraidah International Dates Carnival is celebrated for marketing over 85% of the region’s Sukkari dates, a premium variety prized for its superior taste, storage capabilities, and transportability. This marketing strategy not only drives sales but also elevates the economic value of Saudi dates, reinforcing Qassim’s pivotal role in the agricultural sector and the broader objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
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