National Center for Palms and Dates holds the "International Dates Conference and Exhibition" in Riyadh

The fifth edition of the International Dates Conference and Exhibition kicks off under the slogan “The World of Dates” at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center from 19 to 28 November 2024 to enhance Saudi Arabia’s status as one of the leading countries in the dates industry and export.

The International Dates Conference and Exhibition, organized by the National Center for Palms and Dates, witnesses the participation of more than 100 local and international entities and displays innovative date products.

It is an international platform for exchanging knowledge and opening new markets for Saudi dates in global markets. It also supports innovation in the dates industry. It enhances the competitiveness of Saudi products to make the palms and dates sector one of the primary sources of economic development, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

A scientific conference in partnership with King Faisal University will be held on the sideline of the exhibition. It focuses on local and international efforts to develop the palms and dates sector in the Kingdom by adopting smart solutions to improve agricultural practices, highlighting the health aspects of dates and encouraging e-commerce.