Reef Saudi Launches International Training Program for Farmers

Reef Saudi Launches International Training Program for Farmers
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Reef Saudi Launches International Training Program for Farmers

Reef Saudi Launches International Training Program for Farmers

The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program (Reef Saudi) has launched an international training program to enhance farmers' skills and knowledge.

The program will feature study tours focused on specific agricultural fields, introducing participants to modern agricultural methods.
According to SPA, the launch ceremony took place at the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture headquarters in Riyadh, with representatives from the ministry and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in attendance.
The training program seeks to foster networking opportunities and encourage participants to adopt and share their learnings from the study tours within and beyond their communities.

The program also aims to provide consultation spaces and introduce participants to innovative agricultural practices.

The program targets specialists in the field of study, including smallholder farmers, land users, and owners of agricultural businesses and institutions.



Red Sea International Film Festival Reveals Arab Short Film Lineup for 2024

The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF)
The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF)
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Red Sea International Film Festival Reveals Arab Short Film Lineup for 2024

The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF)
The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF)

The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) has announced the lineup of Arab short films participating in the Red Sea Shorts Competition. These films will be screened from December 5 to 14 in Jeddah.

A total of 15 short films have been selected, featuring talent from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, Somalia, Sudan, Jordan, and Lebanon.
The competition aims to provide a platform for both emerging and established local and regional talents to showcase their creativity on an international stage, connecting them with global audiences and industry experts.
RSIFF Director of Arab Programs and Film Classics Antoine Khalife said that this year's program features great films and talents that mirror the sophistication and maturity of the film and entertainment landscape in the region. He highlighted that filmmakers have conveyed powerful messages through an innovative cinematic approach, addressing a range of topics including self-discovery, identity, and mental health.
So far, RSIFF has screened more than 120 Arab and Saudi films between 2021 and 2023.