Red Sukari in Al-Mithnab

Red Sukkari dates have been associated with Al Mithnab Governorate for around 150 years, since the first plant appeared there and cultivation spread. Farmers believe the governorate’s soil—which tends to be saline and is unlike sandy soil—gives the fruit its distinctive quality. Offshoots planted elsewhere did not achieve the desired quality until soil from Al Mithnab was used. The dates come in different forms depending on the fruit’s ripeness and how it is prepared, including al-Manaseef, al-Galaxy, al-Hateem, and al-Dameed. They also require special care during harvesting and storage; the harvest usually begins after dawn to avoid the heat. As demand rises, prices vary according to quality and scarcity, with some rare varieties fetching around 250 riyals. However, expanding production is challenging because of a shortage of specialized agricultural workers.

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