The Hail Citrus Festival 2024, organized by the region's Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Society, drew strong interest, with more than 32,000 visitors from inside and outside the Kingdom attending at Al-Fajr Walkway in Hail city. The annual event serves as an important agricultural and commercial platform spotlighting local potential and agricultural creativity in Hail region.

A Resounding Success for Participants and Visitors

Khaled Al-Bati, chairman of the region's Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Society, said the festival featured more than 70 participating entities, including 32 farms specializing in the production of 42 citrus varieties. These varieties were grown from 120,000 agricultural seedlings, with the participation of 14 nurseries from across the Kingdom and 4 cooperative societies from Al-Jouf, the Northern Borders, Taif and Tabuk.

Al-Bati said the festival was not limited to showcasing products but also helped promote local agriculture and market agricultural produce, stressing its role as an ideal platform for connecting farmers, visitors and investors.

Boosting the Agricultural and Commercial Sector

Participating farmers and nursery owners praised the festival's role in driving the region's agricultural sector forward, having achieved strong sales thanks to the large number of visitors. Participants also offered competitively priced products that drew families and individuals, accompanied by a range of activities highlighting the beauty of citrus fruits and their products.

An Educational and Recreational Experience for Children and Families

The festival added an educational dimension by introducing children to the types of citrus and products grown on Hail's farms, helping raise agricultural awareness among younger generations. Visitors also praised the organization and level of preparation, saying the festival reflects a warm environment that attracts both tourists and residents alike.