The 9th Al Dhaid Date Festival has officially started at Expo Al Dhaid, bringing together the UAE’s best palm farmers, 15 agriculture companies, and respected guests. This popular event will run from July 23 to 27 and aims to celebrate both the cultural and business sides of date farming.
This year, the festival has grown bigger with more competitions, traditional displays, and special seminars led by experts.
One of the main attractions is the elite date competitions, where top-quality dates are judged and awarded. There are also booths for home-based producers to showcase their products, giving small businesses a chance to shine.
The festival is family-friendly too. There are fun activities designed for women and children so that everyone can enjoy and learn about the UAE’s rich date-farming heritage.
Officials who attended the opening praised the festival for its efforts to improve food security in the UAE. They highlighted how such events support new ideas in farming, promote sustainability, and help local farmers stay competitive.
The Al Dhaid Date Festival is not just about selling dates it’s about sharing knowledge, keeping traditions alive, and giving farmers the tools and recognition they deserve. By bringing farmers, companies, and the community together, the festival helps strengthen ties within the agricultural sector.
Each year, the festival grows stronger and more popular, showing the UAE’s commitment to supporting its farmers and celebrating a crop that is an important part of its culture and economy.
