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RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has maintained its status as the world's leading exporter of dates by value for a fourth consecutive year in 2025. The country's exports reached a value of SR1.938 billion, as reported by the International Trade Centre. This achievement underscores the expanding role of the date sector in Saudi agricultural GDP under the umbrella of Saudi Vision 2030.

Ahmed Al-Mousa, CEO of the National Center for Palms and Dates, credits the success to the sustained support from Saudi leadership and the collaborative efforts among government bodies, private companies, and industry partners aimed at streamlining supply chains and enhancing export efficiency. Al-Mousa highlighted the center's role in facilitating Saudi date exports and gaining access to global markets as a key factor in expanding the country's international market presence.

Saudi dates are now being shipped to over 125 countries, indicating a robust global demand for their high quality, adherence to safety standards, and diverse varieties. With more than 37 million palm trees across its regions, Saudi Arabia's total annual date production has surpassed 1.9 million tons, further solidifying its global leadership in cultivation and output.

The National Center for Palms and Dates is set to launch additional programs to enhance the value chain of the sector and bolster the competitive edge of Saudi dates in international retail markets.