SCCI highlights agribusiness expertise at Saudi Mango Festival

SCCI delegation and festival participation

Organised by the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture’s Jazan branch, the festival featured the participation of 60 farmers. Representing the Sharjah Chamber was the Organising Committee of the Khorfakkan-based annual Mango Festival. The delegation was led by Khalil Mohammed Al Mansouri, Director of Expo Center Khorfakkan, and included several committee members.

Supporting agricultural sector collaboration

The move comes as part of SCCI’s commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in the agricultural sector—a cornerstone of food security and sustainable development.

Strategic goals and regional engagement

Khalil Al Mansouri noted that the Chamber’s participation aligns with its strategic goals to support agricultural events across the Gulf and promote the Khorfakkan Mango Festival as a key agritourism event.

Knowledge exchange and partnership building

As part of its participation, the Sharjah Chamber delegation engaged with farmers’ exhibits to learn about Saudi Arabia’s agricultural event expertise. They explored best practices in cultivation, production, and marketing, and discussed potential strategic partnerships to strengthen agricultural trade between the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Highlighting festival activities and innovation

The delegation also attended exhibitions showcasing mango varieties and other tropical fruits such as papaya, banana, fig, guava, and custard apple. The festival featured workshops and seminars focused on boosting crop quality, yield, and addressing challenges in the farming sector.