His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Hail Region, launched on Thursday, 26 December 2024, the "Hail Citrus Festival 2024," organized by the Hail Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Society. The festival is part of the wise leadership's support for the agricultural sector, in recognition of farming's importance as a cornerstone in strengthening the Kingdom's food security.

A Tour Showcasing Achievements

His Highness began his tour of the festival by visiting the booths of participating entities, reviewing leading citrus products and local agricultural crops and learning about efforts to support this vital sector. He also honored the festival's sponsors and contributors in recognition of their role in its success.

Backing the Wise Leadership's Support for Agriculture

In his remarks, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud said the Hail region is one of the Kingdom's leading agricultural areas, thanks to its abundant natural resources and human talent capable of innovation and excellence across various fields. He added: "The wise leadership – may God support it – places great emphasis on the agricultural sector, as it forms a cornerstone in achieving sustainable food security."

Gratitude and Appreciation

For his part, the chairman of the board of the Hail Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Society, Khaled bin Abdulmohsen Al-Bate', expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Governor for his continued support and commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector's role. He said the festival is part of efforts to support local farmers and reinforce Hail's standing as a leading agricultural destination.

The Festival's Activities and Goals

The Hail Citrus Festival 2024 aims to highlight the quality of the region's agricultural crops, provide a platform to support farmers, and raise awareness of the importance of local agricultural products. It also seeks to attract visitors from various regions, helping boost economic and tourism activity in the area.