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- Visitors could sample AlUla’s renowned honey varieties and learn about their unique characteristics
RIYADH: The Royal Commission for AlUla hosted the first AlUla Honey event at Al-Manshiyah Farmers’ Market to highlight local honey and support regional beekeepers.
The event featured a range of honey products from local beekeepers, highlighting the commission’s commitment to strengthening agriculture, boosting local production and creating new market opportunities.
Visitors could sample AlUla’s renowned honey varieties and learn about their unique characteristics, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.
Live demonstrations, interactive activities and a booth offering beekeeping supplies were also part of the event, the SPA added.
AlUla is home to more than 3,000 beehives managed by 28 beekeepers, producing more than 12 tonnes of honey annually. Varieties include moringa, acacia, sidr, citrus, mountain and valley.
