Saudi Arabia's Qassim Region prepares for winter vegetable season

Farmers in Saudi Arabia's Qassim Region are preparing for the winter growing season, focusing on soil management, irrigation systems, and crop selection to support local agricultural output.

Qassim's agricultural sector includes dates, vegetables, field crops, and fodder. Growers are increasingly incorporating agricultural technologies and protected cultivation systems alongside conventional farming methods.

Field preparation involves plowing, leveling, removing crop residues and weeds, inspecting irrigation networks, and applying soil amendments and organic fertilizers according to field requirements. These practices aim to improve root development, moisture retention, nutrient uptake, and pest and disease management.

Growers also select certified seeds and seedlings suited to local climatic conditions. Planting schedules, crop density, and spacing are adjusted according to crop requirements and available resources.

Winter cultivation includes leafy vegetables such as lettuce, arugula, spinach, coriander, and parsley. Other crops include carrots, radishes, turnips, onions, garlic, peas, and green fava beans.

The winter growing season is expected to support agricultural employment, increase fresh vegetable supplies to local markets, and contribute to regional food supply chains.