Shaqra, The fourth Shaqra Pepper Festival, which concluded yesterday, was a resounding success, helping sell large quantities of the region's distinctive peppers and pepper-based products. The event drew significant attention from government entities and enjoyed a massive turnout of over 91,000 visitors from all over the Kingdom. Attendees enthusiastically engaged in the diverse activities at the festival, which helped increase sales and profits for farmers. Organized by the National Agricultural Services Company, the 10-day festival generated noticeable economic and social activity. It featured sales and marketing of peppers and various agricultural products, alongside a wide array of events, activities and programs that appealed to visitors of all ages. Source: Saudi Press Agency
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