Over 3.5 million kilograms, equivalent to 3,500 tons, of dates arrived at the Buraidah Dates Carnival during its inaugural week. The event also welcomed over 6,940 vehicles carrying the dates and over one million three-kilogram date packages. Secretary-General of the Supreme Committee of the Buraidah Dates Carnival Dr. Khaled Al-Naqeedan confirmed that the carnival has successfully showcased the exceptional quality and innovative marketing of Qassim dates, expanding their reach across the Kingdom and the Gulf region. He said that the organizing committees are fully prepared to handle the anticipated surge in commercial activity in the coming days. The carnival offers a wide variety of high-quality dates, with Sukkari dates proving particularly popular among shoppers. Source : Saudi Press Agency