23-02-2025
Bahrain Farmers' Market Extended Until March 8, 2025
Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities and Agriculture Affairs, announced the extension of the 12th Bahrain Farmers' Market in Budaiya for two additional weeks until March 8, 2025.
The minister highlighted the market's role in supporting Bahrain's agricultural sector, in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to enhance food security in alignment with the government's plan and the Sustainable Development Goals.
The minister commended Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and Chairperson of the Advisory Council of the National Initiative for Agricultural Development (NIAD), for her commitment to Bahraini farmers and agricultural development. He noted HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim's role in sustaining partnerships between the ministry, NIAD, and STC Bahrain to ensure the market's continued success.
He reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to managing the extended market during the holy month of Ramadhan and supporting initiatives that strengthen Bahrain's food security strategy.
Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Secretary-General of NIAD, said that HRH Princess Sabeeka's directives reflect her dedication to advancing the agricultural sector and maximising benefits for local farmers throughout the farming season.
She noted the significant turnout for the 12th edition of the Bahrain Farmers' Market, attributing its success to extensive organisational efforts. She underscored that the extension would provide farmers with more opportunities to market their produce and allow the public to benefit from the market's offerings. Source Bahrain News Agency
