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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The Palm Village Event in Al-Ahsa
- 2026-01-27 - 2026-03-31
- The Palm Village event in Al-Ahsa Governorate, a recreational and tourist destination that reflects the historical heritage of palm trees and dates.

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