JAZAN — The 21st Mango and Tropical Fruits Festival, currently held at the Sabya governorate waterfront in Jazan region, continues to offer specialized agricultural training workshops, drawing wide attendance from farmers, enthusiasts and experts, as part of the regional branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture's efforts to raise agricultural awareness and develop production practices in the region.

The workshops covered key themes in sustainable agriculture, downstream processing industries and modern techniques. Leading the sessions was the "Rural Saudi Arabia" workshop, which reviewed updates to the Sustainable Rural Development Program and the support mechanisms available to farmers and productive families to raise production efficiency and diversify income sources.

The "Mango Tree Care" workshop highlighted the latest agricultural practices for tree care, from planting through pest control, aimed at improving fruit quality and increasing yields in line with export standards.

The "Downstream Industries" workshop addressed ways to turn agricultural produce into value-added goods, aiming to reduce agricultural waste and maximize economic returns by establishing processing projects that support farmers' local economies.

Meanwhile, the "Model Fruit Farm" workshop focused on best farm management practices using modern technology while considering environmental and economic factors, aiming to serve as an applicable model for the region's agricultural areas.

Additional workshops presented success stories and entrepreneurial experiences from accomplished mango and tropical fruit farmers, who shared lessons learned in developing production and overcoming climate and economic challenges.

These workshops are part of a broader program to train and empower farmers with modern knowledge and practices, in line with a comprehensive vision for achieving food security and sustainable agricultural development, and strengthening Jazan's position as a leading national hub for tropical fruit production.