Riyadh - Mubasher: Madinah Central Dates Market recorded sales of 724,381 kilograms of dates worth nearly SAR 12 million during the past 20 days, driven by strong demand from pilgrims arriving in and departing from the city during the Hajj season.
The increased flow of pilgrims boosted commercial activity across the market, with demand rising for a wide range of date varieties, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
A report issued by the Madinah branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture stated that the transactions were conducted through 20 auction lanes, including air-conditioned lanes inside the main hall, in addition to retail outlets.
Ajwa, Safawi, and Sagai were the top-selling date varieties, reflecting growing demand among visitors and shoppers for local date products.
To ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, inspection teams carried out more than 384 field visits to verify adherence to technical and health requirements, monitor storage practices, and maintain product quality.
The teams also supervised the entry of more than 930 supply vehicles into the market during the period.
