Qassim’s date industry expansion under study

(SPA)
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BURAIDAH: Delegates from the International Date Council recently visited the Qassim region where they surveyed the region’s best practices in production and marketing, as well as efforts to expand the industry.

They toured the food city in Unaizah and examined international export efforts, in addition to reviewing initiatives that support investment and the development of the private sector, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.

The delegates participated in events of the Unaizah International Dates Season, which is a marketing and investment platform that brings together producers and investors.

They also attended the Buraidah Dates Carnival and auction to explore how local producers are developing the industry, the SPA reported.