London: The Jazan region will be granted a geographical indication for mangoes grown there. A geographical indication (GI) is a name or sign used on products which corresponds to a specific geographical location or origin.
Mangoes were first grown in the region in 1982 when the Argricultural Research Center started growing varieties from the US, Egypt, and Australia to see how they would grow in the region, according to the Saudi Press Agency. It appeared that all varieties of mango grew well in Jazan.
The research center continued to introduce new varieties of mango from several countries around the world until 60 varieties were grown in the region. The Jazan region produces 30,000 tons of mangoes annually.
The Jazan region celebrates its cultivation of mangoes at its annual mango festival that takes place between the end of April and the beginning of May. The festival contributes to developing tourism, showcases the region’s produce and highlights the investment opportunities that it offers.
The head of the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) in Jazan Ghanem Al-Juz’an said that “the mango is considered one of the most important tropical products in Jazan” and that mango cultivation in the region is very successful due to the suitable climate and soil.
Saudi Arabia’s Jazan recognized for its 60 mango varieties
Saudi Arabia’s Jazan recognized for its 60 mango varieties
- The Jazan region celebrates its cultivation of mangoes at an annual mango festival that takes place between the end of April and the beginning of May.
- 60 varieties of mangoes are grown in the region.
