Fahad Al-Zahrani, Director General of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture's Al-Baha branch, has formalized the contract for the agricultural city project with the Agricultural Production and Marketing Cooperative in Bani Kabir. The initiative spans 596,084.47 square meters and is centered on almond and fruit tree cultivation.
This project is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainable agricultural practices and bolster agricultural cooperative associations throughout Saudi Arabia. It aims to utilize Al-Baha Region's environmental and natural resources effectively. Al-Zahrani stated, "The project was a promising initiative to leverage Al-Baha Region's environmental and natural resources." The focus on almond and fruit trees aligns with regional characteristics, offering potential economic benefits.
The ministry is committed to empowering cooperative associations and fostering a supportive environment for their operations. The project is anticipated to create employment, improve local agricultural product quality, and generate economic returns for regional residents.
Source: ZAWYA
