Mango Season Exhibition to kick off on Thursday in Muscat
Muscat: The Mango Season Exhibition 2025 will begin on Thursday at the Grand Mall in the Wilayat of Bausher, Muscat Governorate. The three-day event, running from June 19 to 21, is organised by the Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries and Water Resources.
The exhibition features a diverse programme including a display of mango varieties, scientific posters, a section dedicated to mango propagation, cultivation and crop care, a seedling sales corner, and specialised platforms for farmers, rural women, partners, and sponsors. It will also host scientific workshops focused on mango cultivation.
The event brings together mango farmers and marketers from across the governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, alongside private sector companies operating in the agricultural sector and the field of mango farming.
The exhibition aims to highlight the ministry's efforts in promoting mango cultivation, introduce local and imported varieties, support farmers in marketing their produce, and raise awareness about seedling propagation and agricultural practices. It also seeks to foster public-private partnerships and disseminate scientific research related to mango production.
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