The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture organized a guidance meeting in the Najran region, aiming to showcase the role of cooperative associations in developing the agricultural sector and raising the awareness of small producers about the available investment opportunities.
Conditions for Establishing Cooperative Associations
The meeting, held with broad participation from government and developmental entities, highlighted the necessary procedures and conditions for establishing cooperative associations and the types of subsidies they can obtain.
The meeting’s activities included a visual presentation covering agricultural development in the Najran region and its comparative advantages in producing diverse crops, in addition to showcasing the role of relevant entities in introducing modern and advanced agricultural methods.
Discussing Farmers’ Challenges
The meeting also provided a valuable opportunity for farmers through an open meeting with officials, during which the challenges they face were discussed, and they raised inquiries about how to benefit from the technical and financial support offered by cooperative associations.
It was emphasized that empowering farmers and developing their capabilities through such guidance meetings directly contributes to achieving sustainable agricultural development in the region.
