Palms and Dates Sector in Figures
Palms in Saudi Arabia
1st globally in date exports in terms of the value
Billion, The Value of Saudi Date Exports
Million palm trees in the Kingdom
The Land of Palms and Generosity
Saudi Arabia stands as one of the world’s most historic homelands of the date palm—a tree that has flourished here for centuries, evolving into a timeless symbol of life, generosity, and abundance. From this blessed land, palm cultivation spread across the region, becoming an inseparable part of the Kingdom’s cultural identity and a living reflection of its deep-rooted values of hospitality and generosity.
- Date Production Value
9.2
billion SAR
- Date Varieties
300+
Variety
- Saudi Arabia’s annual date production
1.9+
million tons
- Number of Palm Farms
123,000+
palm farms
The Land of Palms and Generosity
Saudi Arabia stands as one of the world’s most historic homelands of the date palm—a tree that has flourished here for centuries, evolving into a timeless symbol of life, generosity, and abundance. From this blessed land, palm cultivation spread across the region, becoming an inseparable part of the Kingdom’s cultural identity and a living reflection of its deep-rooted values of hospitality and generosity.
- Date Production Value
9.2
billion SAR
- Date Varieties
300+
Variety
- Saudi Arabia’s annual date production
1.9+
million tons
- Number of Palm Farms
123,000+
palm farms
Programs
Annual Date Purchase Program
Program supporting small farmers by buying dates above market prices...
Agricultural Association Empowerment
Agricultural Association Empowerment with inputs, services & guidance...
Agricultural Subsidies
Subsidies small palm farmers with funds to boost production quality....
Services
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Buraidah Carnival
One of the largest agricultural carnivals in the Kingdom, serving as a seasonal economic platform that blends the authenticity of agricultural production with the spirit of family festivals.
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Madinah Dates Season Festival
A seasonal festival celebrating the authentic dates of Madinah—such as Ajwa, Safawi, and Barni—in a vibrant market that reflects the region’s economic and cultural significance. It blends heritage, history, and support for local producers and emerging entrepreneurs in the dates industry.
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ANUGA MUMBAI- India
The Saudi Dates Exhibition, held within Anuga Select India—the leading food and beverage trade exhibition in Mumbai. The event brings together top regional and international exhibitors, showcases the latest innovations, enhances networking opportunities within the industry, and highlights key trends shaping the future of the food and beverage sector.
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SIAL PARIS
SIAL Paris is the must-attend biennial event for the food industry , This international food show is the hub of food innovation, bringing together producers, distributors, restaurateurs, and importers-exporters.
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