Photo feature by Khaled Al-Shammari RIYADH, Sept 20 (KUNA) -- The 2024 Al-Ahsa Dates Auction is a renowned festival that draws investors and visitors from within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and around the world.The annual festival, which lasts until October, reflects the paramount significance of Al-Ahsa, which is one of the largest Saudi governorates in the Eastern Province, since it abounds in approximately 2.5 million palm trees and produces over 200,000 tons of high-quality dates involving 127 varieties.The 2024 Al-Ahsa Dates Auction contributes to converting dates from just a popular farm product to an economic, investment and tourist one. Khalas variety is at the forefront of date quantities sold during the festival. (end) kns.mtSource: Kuwait News Agency
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