Market Trends of Saudi Arabia Fruits And Vegetables Industry
Incorporation Of Technology in Farming Practices
- Saudi Arabia is focusing on transforming traditional farming practices into modern and innovative farming practices. In the Saudi Kingdom, technological integrations across agriculture are revolutionizing fruit and vegetable production. For instance, tomato production in the country increased by more than 10% in 2022 compared to 2020, associated with greenhouse and vertical farm development.
- Using high-end technology and improved methodologies, farmers can increase the quantity and quality of food required with limited resources available. Scientists are also adopting engineered crops that require less water, are sturdier, and are more resilient to pest infections. This would improve the production of vegetables and fruits in adverse climatic conditions of the country.
- Using drone technology in multiple applications can change the performance of traditional installations like protected houses. By creating 3D maps for early soil analysis, drones can play a role in seed planting planning and data collection to manage plant irrigation and nitrogen levels of almost uncultivable land in Saudi Arabia. Drone seeding has been shown to reduce costs by 85 percent.
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Fruit Production And Consumption Is High In Saudi Arabia
- The common fruits produced in the country include grapes and watermelon. The government is making efforts to increase fruit and vegetable production in the country. For instance, in January 2023, the country announced an investment of USD 1 billion to boost agricultural production in greenhouses. This investment is expected to increase the production of fruits, including watermelon. It was planned in cooperation with the relevant authorities and private sector companies. It aims to raise the production capacity by encouraging the use of the latest technologies in the agriculture sector.
- The increasing health awareness among Saudi Arabian consumers, especially the millennial population, has been driving the demand for fresh produce, such as fruits, in the country. As fruits are highly nutritious and loaded with vitamins C and A, nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants, their demand has increased among consumers over the last few years. The country largely depends on imports to meet its fruit consumption needs.
