المملكة: Urgent: Stable prices and high quality.. Modern agricultural techniques pump dozens of local varieties into Ramadan markets
The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture in the Eastern Province enhanced the abundance of fresh local vegetables in the markets during Ramadan tables are rich in fibres, vitamins and minerals that compensate those who are fasting for lost elements, raise hydration levels and combat thirst effectively.
The General Administration of the Ministry’s branch in the Eastern Province confirmed that all agricultural products go through a strict series of scrutiny, starting from selecting improved seeds, passing through modern irrigation systems, all the way to the stages of safe packaging.
Safe food product
The Deputy Director General of the branch, Engineer Saleh, explained Al-Ghamdi said that this systematic audit ensures the arrival of a safe, high-quality food product to millions of consumers, calling for diversifying consumption between leafy, root and fruit vegetables to achieve the maximum nutritional balance, with an emphasis on washing them well before use and keeping them at appropriate temperatures to maintain their nutritional value and quality.
He pointed out that vegetables represent an essential element in a healthy and balanced dietary pattern during the month of Ramadan, as moderation in consumption and reliance on fresh local products supports the national economy and enhances the quality of life.
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It is also important to include vegetables in the breakfast and suhoor table during the month of Ramadan, because they have a major role in supporting the health of the fasting person, as they are rich in dietary fiber that helps improve digestion and prevent constipation, and they contain essential vitamins such as vitamins “C” and “A” and the vitamin “B” group.
In addition to minerals such as potassium, iron and magnesium, which contribute to strengthening immunity and compensating for elements lost during fasting hours.
Vegetables with a high water content such as cucumbers also help. And lettuce moisturizes the body and reduces the feeling of thirst.
Vital Varieties
National farms pump dozens of vital varieties throughout the year, including tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes and all kinds of leaves, which enhances food security and supports the national economy directly and tangible.
The Director of the Agriculture Department, Engineer Walid Al-Shuwaird, indicated that the Ministry is leading huge efforts to support supply chains and crop marketing, to ensure a continuous flow of products in central markets and to meet the high consumption rates during the month. Al-Fadhil.
He added that government investments in modern agricultural technologies and greenhouse projects have resulted in remarkable stability in the volume of annual production, which reflects positively on the stability of prices and making them accessible to all segments of society throughout the year.
He said that the Kingdom produces dozens of types of fruits and vegetables throughout the year, the most prominent of which are: tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, onions, garlic, carrots, zucchini, eggplant, all kinds of peppers, lettuce, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, Parsley, coriander, in addition to green legumes such as beans and peas.
Engineer Al-Shuwaird explained that the Ministry is working to support farmers through extension programs and agricultural initiatives, and facilitating supply and marketing chains, which ensures abundant supply in central markets and various points of sale, especially during the month of Ramadan, which witnesses an increase in consumption.
Supporting modern agricultural technologies and greenhouses also contributes to the stability of production throughout the year, which is reflected in Positively stabilize prices and make them accessible to everyone.
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