Saudi Arabia Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Figs

Saudi Arabia Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Figs
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Saudi Arabia Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Figs

Saudi Arabia Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Figs

The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) declared on Sunday that the Kingdom has achieved total self-sufficiency in fig production, with annual output exceeding 28,000 tons on 1,421 hectares of cultivated land.

According to the ministry, the Jazan region leads fig production with 9,906 tons per year, followed by Riyadh with 8,010 tons, Aseer with 3,970 tons, Makkah with 1,635 tons, and several other regions that contribute smaller yet significant amounts.

The fig production season is from February to November. MEWA is working to increase the production, processing, and marketing of figs through the sustainable agricultural rural development program, by exploiting and investing in the available opportunities and resources and taking advantage of the natural resources and agricultural potential of different regions.

Figs are considered healthy, versatile fruits rich in nutrients. They are said to have benefits, like helping prevent Alzheimer's disease, regulate blood pressure, and strengthen bones.

The ministry advises consuming locally grown seasonal produce to maximize nutritional value.

The fig harvest season campaign aims to raise awareness about the Kingdom's diverse fruit options and to support farmers by improving marketing and distribution.



Saudi Ministry of Interior Launches Smart Gates at NEOM Bay Airport 

The project is a collaboration between the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), and NEOM. (SPA)
The project is a collaboration between the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), and NEOM. (SPA)
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Saudi Ministry of Interior Launches Smart Gates at NEOM Bay Airport 

The project is a collaboration between the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), and NEOM. (SPA)
The project is a collaboration between the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), and NEOM. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Interior launched on Tuesday the Smart Gates Project today at NEOM Bay Airport.

The project is a collaboration between the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), and NEOM and aims to improve the efficiency of passenger procedures by allowing passengers to scan their biometric data at self-service kiosks.

The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to enhance quality of life by implementing high-efficiency digital solutions in Saudi cities.

Present at the event were Assistant Minister of Interior for Technology Affairs Prince Dr. Bandar bin Abdullah bin Mishari, SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah bin Sharaf Al-Ghamdi, Director General of Passports Lieutenant General Sulaiman bin Abdulaziz Al-Yahya, SDAIA National Information Center Director Dr. Esam bin Abdullah Al-Wagait, and NEOM CEO Eng. Nadhmi Al-Nasr.