Category: Environment
Six Jazan projects target tropical fruit growth
Jazan, Saudi Arabia — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has announced six investment opportunities in the Jazan region to support tropical fruit cultivation, agricultural activity, and related projects. The...
Saudi Arabia Builds First Animal Disease Research Center in Arar
SPA — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has started construction on the Saudi...
Morouj Plants 2.5M Mangroves to Mark International Mangrove Day
SPA — In celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, the...
Al-Jouf Agricultural Secures SAR 80M Loan from SIDF for Working
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Al-Jouf Agricultural Development Company has secured a SAR 80 million loan...
Agriculture
Al‑Aqiq Farmers Harvest 40 Tons from 1,600 Date Palm Farms
SPA — The annual “Khurfa” season has begun in Al-Aqiq Governorate, Al-Baha Region, where more than...
Saudi Cabinet Approves IFC MoU, Green Exports Plan to Europe
SPA — During its weekly session on Tuesday, chaired by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King...
Abha Airport Eases Honey and Ghee Shipping for Travelers
Abha, Saudi Arabia — In a move to strengthen local commerce and improve logistics, the Aseer...
JAZADCO Secures SAR 25M Loan to Support Shrimp Farm Operations
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — JAZADCO shrimp farm loan of SAR 25 million was finalized on July 21, 2025,...
AlUla’s Bounty Festival Opens with Summer Fruit Celebration
SPA — The Royal Commission for AlUla is launching the much-anticipated AlUla’s Bounty festival...
Saudi Arabia Boosts Dairy Output with Genetic Tech, Local Talent
SPA — Saudi Arabia is advancing dairy production through biotechnology, combining local expertise...
Climate
TarshId Launches Energy Efficiency Upgrade at Hail Technical College
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Energy Services Company (Tarshid), in partnership with Hail...
Saudi Arabia Launches First Direct Air Capture Pilot with Climeworks
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has officially launched its first Direct Air Carbon Capture...
KAUST Taps AI to Revolutionize Coral Reef Conservation
Thuwal, Saudi Arabia — In a major step for marine conservation, King Abdullah University of...
Saudi Signs Water, Flood Mitigation Deal to Secure Resources
SPA — Saudi Arabia has launched a new initiative to improve water resource management and reduce...
CSR Association Hosts Smart Buildings Workshop to Advance Sustainability
SPA — A workshop in Jeddah on July 15 brought together environmental experts and industry leaders...
Golden Weaver Bird: Nature’s Nest Engineer Thrives in Asir
SPA — The Golden Weaver bird, Asir, a marvel of avian craftsmanship, stands out in Asir’s...
Saudi Arabia, UNEP Sign MoU to Advance Regional Climate Action
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United...
FAO Reaffirms Support for Saudi Land Restoration on Desertification Day
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)...
Conservation
Wadi Qanah Revitalized as Madinah’s Historic Green Landmark
SPA — Wadi Qanah, one of Madinah’s most storied natural landmarks, stands today as a symbol of...
Nubian Ibex Born in Saudi Royal Reserve in Key Conservation Milestone
SPA — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has announced the successful birth of its first...
Morouj Plants 2.5M Mangroves to Mark International Mangrove Day
SPA — In celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, the...
Rawasi Al-Bina Secures STC Deal for Fiber Network Rollout
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Rawasi Al-Bina Investment Company has signed a five-year framework...
Food Security
Modern Mills Q2 Profit Rises 11.6% to SAR 49.66M, Dividend Declared
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Modern Mills for Food Products reported an 11.6% increase in Q2 2025 net...
First Mills Q2 Profit Rises 13% Despite Revenue Dip
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — First Mills Company posted a 13% increase in Q2 2025 net profit, reaching...
Fourth Milling Confirms Ongoing Government Wheat Price Support
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Fourth Milling Company announced that the commitment period for Saudi...
Riyadh Fuels Early Saudi Date Harvest with 8M Palms, 80 Varieties
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi date production in 2025 is off to a strong start, as early harvests...
“Tutfish” Tradition Preserves Al-Madinah’s Premium Date Harvest
SPA — Al‑Madinah is renowned across the Kingdom for its premium date varieties, including Ajwa,...
Saudi Launches Genetic Program to Boost Cow Milk Output
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Livestock & Fisheries Development Program announced a...
Sustainability
TarshId Launches Energy Efficiency Upgrade at Hail Technical College
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Energy Services Company (Tarshid), in partnership with Hail...
Saudi Arabia Issues 23 New Mining Licenses in June 2025
SPA — The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources issued 23 new Saudi mining licenses in June...
Nubian Ibex Born in Saudi Royal Reserve in Key Conservation Milestone
SPA — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has announced the successful birth of its first...
Saudi Arabia Builds First Animal Disease Research Center in Arar
SPA — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has started construction on the Saudi...
Saudi Green Initiative
Nubian Ibex Born in Saudi Royal Reserve in Key Conservation Milestone
SPA — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has announced the successful birth of its first...
Morouj Plants 2.5M Mangroves to Mark International Mangrove Day
SPA — In celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, the...
Saudi Arabia Launches First Direct Air Capture Pilot with Climeworks
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has officially launched its first Direct Air Carbon Capture...
CSR Association Hosts Smart Buildings Workshop to Advance Sustainability
SPA — A workshop in Jeddah on July 15 brought together environmental experts and industry leaders...
Water
Riyadh’s Al-Bayan Gets New Water Network Covering 64K Residents
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Water Company (NWC) has completed two major infrastructure...
Saudi Signs Water, Flood Mitigation Deal to Secure Resources
SPA — Saudi Arabia has launched a new initiative to improve water resource management and reduce...
Saudi Arabia Unveils 7 AI Innovations for Animal Health and Water Sustainability
Geneva, Switzerland — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture (MEWA)...
Saudi Industrial Production Index Rises 1.5% in May on Mining, Manufacturing
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) rose by 1.5% in May 2025...