Al-Baha’s Summer Fruit Farms Attract Visitors, Support Local Economy

Al-baha region: Renowned for its diverse summer fruits that form an integral part of its agricultural identity, Al-Baha is one of the Kingdom's leading agricultural areas, thanks to its natural advantages, including fertile soil, abundant groundwater resources, and numerous flowing valleys. According to Saudi Press Agency, farms across Al-Baha's mountain highlands and agricultural terraces produce a variety of crops, including grapes, pomegranates, apricots, apples, almonds, peaches, figs, and prickly pears. These crops benefit from the region's moderate climate, fertile soil, and abundant water resources in its valleys, making them an essential part of Al-Baha's agricultural heritage. The abundance of produce has had a positive impact on local markets and seasonal festivals, as visitors and residents regularly frequent direct sales outlets and farms across the region's governorates, enhancing marketing opportunities and supporting the income of those working in the sector. Programs supporting the agricult ural sector have contributed to improving production efficiency and crop quality through the adoption of modern irrigation methods, preservation of agricultural terraces, and implementation of sustainable practices aligned with development and food security goals.