The National Center for Sustainable Agriculture Research and Development (Estidamah) organized a workshop titled “Seasonal Forage Cultivation: Localization and Investment," with the participation of relevant entities, several forage and seed companies, as well as experts and stakeholders in the sector. This comes as part of the Center's efforts to advance sustainable agriculture in the Kingdom.
The workshop aimed to explore opportunities for developing seasonal forage cultivation as one of the strategic crops that directly impact food security and self-sufficiency. It discussed investment and research opportunities related to these crops, along with ways to enhance their production efficiency and environmental and economic sustainability.
The workshop sessions addressed the role of seasonal forages in supporting sustainable agricultural development, regulatory controls governing their cultivation in alignment with national policies for natural resource management, and a review of the technical standards for registering winter forage varieties in accordance with applicable regulations.
The workshop also presented the results of applied research demonstrating the economic and environmental feasibility of adopting effective agricultural practices in seasonal forage production, contributing to reduced losses and improved crop quality.
The Director General of the National Center for Sustainable Agriculture Research and Development, Dr. Khalid bin Marshoud Al-Rohily, emphasized that this workshop represents an important step toward strengthening national initiatives related to agricultural sustainability. He noted that seasonal forage cultivation plays an effective role in achieving food security and enhancing local production. He further explained that the Center provides technical support and specialized consultations, in addition to conducting field visits for farmers, thereby contributing to knowledge transfer and the adoption of best agricultural practices.
This workshop is part of a series of events organized by the Center as part of its role as a research institution aimed at developing sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing efficiency in agricultural production.