The Najran branch of the National Research and Development Center for Sustainable Agriculture, "Estidamah," continues its vital role in supporting sustainable agriculture in the region. This is achieved through the execution of scientific and guidance programs designed to enhance the cultivation of citrus and tropical fruits and develop horticultural crops suitable for the local environment..
The branch executed more than (98) research experiments, and provided more than (9,000) field visits and guidance to farmers in the region, aiming at conveying technical recommendations and enhancing the efficiency of agricultural practices..
These efforts contributed to the production and distribution of more than two million citrus seedlings, in addition to issuing (43) specialized guidance bulletins..
The branch houses over 100 diverse agricultural varieties, as part of the center's efforts to develop horticultural crops, including: (26) varieties of mandarins, (13) varieties of navel oranges, (19) varieties of mangoes, (38) varieties of palm trees, and (12) varieties of grapefruit, reflecting a wide diversity that supports the goals of sustainable agriculture in the Kingdom..
These efforts align with Estidamah strategy to enhance food security and develop agricultural production systems in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.