RIYADH: The National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases, known as Weqaa, held a forum on plant health in Buraidah, focusing on the sustainable management of palm trees.
The forum aimed to promote a sustainable future for the palm sector, recognizing it as a key pillar for food security and the national economy, in line with Vision 2030.
The event discussed integrated pest management, post-harvest handling, and the red palm weevil. (SPA)
Participants discussed integrated pest management, post-harvest handling, challenges with the red palm weevil, and the latest diagnostic and control technologies.
Several agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed to advance laboratory diagnostics and strengthen private-sector collaboration, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.
