Jeddah, December 6, 2025 — The Jeddah International Food Products Exhibition and Makkah Harvest Festival concluded after three days packed with events and professional meetings, organized by the Makkah region branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, under the patronage of Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, at the Jeddah Exhibition and Convention Center.

The event drew broad participation from government agencies, the private and non-profit sectors, as well as experts and specialists in food security, modern agriculture and food industries, aiming to promote innovation and sustainability and develop the region's agricultural and food production system.

During the exhibition, a number of agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed between the ministry branch and several partner entities, including:

  • A memorandum of understanding with Viola Water Technologies Saudi Arabia Ltd.
  • A memorandum of understanding with the Nama Association for Water Provision and Charitable Services in Makkah Region.
  • A memorandum of understanding with Bareqeen Charitable Association.

These agreements focus on developing agricultural and environmental projects, launching extension programmes aimed at raising production efficiency, and expanding joint cooperation to enhance sustainability and support services for beneficiaries.

The event also saw the handover of records for several investment opportunities, including an agricultural project in Al Qunfudhah governorate ("Hali 3"), as well as broiler-poultry projects in Al Qunfudhah, Al Khurmah and Al Lith governorates, aimed at encouraging quality investments that strengthen food security and support the local economy through sustainable, promising projects.

The festival also featured workshops and panel discussions with local and international experts, covering the latest agricultural technologies and modern practices in food production, and future strategies to promote sustainability and agricultural entrepreneurship, helping raise awareness among farmers and stakeholders and build their capabilities.

The exhibition is part of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture's efforts to boost local food production, create platforms that bring together expertise and support partnerships, and push toward building a more diverse and sustainable agricultural sector in line with Saudi Vision 2030's goals.