Azka Farmers Market in Jeddah spotlights pomegranates with art and culture
Azka Farmers Market opened in Jeddah’s Hayy Jameel, focusing on pomegranates and blending local produce with cultural and artistic activities until November 7.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Azka Farmers Market has opened in Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, and will run until November 7, with this edition highlighting pomegranates and their role in culinary culture and agricultural practices.
The market features seasonal and local agricultural products from Jeddah and across the Kingdom, as well as artisanal goods. Visitors can engage directly with farmers and producers, learn about national projects, and explore sustainable food practices.
The market program includes educational sessions and discussions on the history of pomegranates and modern farming techniques, along with presentations on black pomegranate cultivation and innovative crops, offering the public insights into the cultural heritage and agricultural knowledge associated with the fruit.
The "Hayy Explorers" program offers a workshop on "Pomegranate Stamp Printing and Letter Writing," alongside a drawing session in collaboration with the Jeddah Drawing Club, encouraging artistic expression and experience sharing among participants.
The program also extends to Jameel Library, which is showcasing books on agriculture, food, and environmental justice, allowing visitors to explore the links between food culture, farming practices, and environmental issues.
The market serves as a model for integrating agricultural knowledge with cultural and artistic practices, strengthening connections between farmers, producers, and the public, and promoting local products while enriching community experiences related to food, environment, and the arts.