RIYADH: The National Center for Palms and Dates highlighted Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the global date sector at the 13th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition, AgriteQ.
The Kingdom is participating as a guest of honor at the exhibition, held at Katara Cultural Village in Doha until Feb. 16, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.
Several Saudi companies specializing in date production and processing are showcasing their products and competitive advantages in domestic and international markets.
With total annual date production in the Kingdom exceeding 1.9 million tonnes, the center’s pavilion demonstrated how date-processing industries contribute to food security and the agricultural sector’s share of the national economy.
The showcase featured Saudi date varieties alongside innovative value-added products, attracting strong interest from international investors and companies seeking technology partnerships.
