Rabia Rutab Dates Open Saudi Harvest Season as Markets Receive Early Varieties

   Riyadh, June 25, 2026, SPA -- The National Center for Palms and Dates confirmed that date markets across the Kingdom have received large quantities of various early-season date varieties, coinciding with the start of the harvest season in all regions.
   As part of its early date harvest season campaign, the center explained that Rabia rutab dates are among the earliest varieties to reach the market. Their fruit begins to ripen in early June, making them one of the first date varieties to appear each harvest season.
   These dates are highly valued for their nutritional benefits and quality. They are cultivated extensively across the Kingdom’s regions and governorates.
   -- SPA