Qassim’s Fig Cultivation Thrives as Growing Pillar of Food Security

Known for its fertile soil, Qassim Region is witnessing significant agricultural development and crop diversification, with fig cultivation emerging alongside traditional palm trees and other well-known crops, representing a new success story that supports food security and advances the region’s agricultural development goals.

 In Qassim, fig cultivation stands out as a key advantage, with 10 specialized fig production projects, including nurseries and over 10 different fig varieties. The region also boasts processing industries related to this vital agricultural product.

 Qassim Region aims to continue expanding fig cultivation and enhancing agricultural infrastructure, contributing to national food security objectives and generating additional economic value in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.