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Arab News
06-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi program empowers small livestock farmers
JEDDAH: The Sustainable Rural Agricultural Development Program, known as Saudi Reef, highlighted the importance of supporting small livestock farmers across Saudi Arabia to boost productivity and investment. The program reviewed last year's efforts in digital management of intensive livestock farms, including the first implementation of the Saudi Smart Flock system, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Majed Al-Buraikan, Reef Saudi spokesperson, said the Saudi Smart Flock is a digital system that uses smart technology, including facial recognition, to manage both traditional and intensive livestock farms. It is the first of its kind to be applied to small ruminants and has been tested on six small farms. Al-Buraikan said that the system, which identifies animals by their facial features, also monitors productivity, provides health updates, and manages animal records through its platform. It reduces losses, improves quality, and supports decision-making with accurate data. The small livestock sector is a key focus of Saudi Reef, aiming to increase productivity, raise farmers' income, improve livelihoods, and develop traditional production systems while supporting food security.
Arab News
25-06-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi program expands support in rural communities
RIYADH: The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program, known as Saudi Reef, has announced that it now has 87,235 beneficiaries across the Kingdom. This is a part of efforts to promote economic and social stability in rural areas and support agricultural workers and families involved in cottage industries, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. Majed Al-Buraikan, Saudi Reef's assistant secretary-general for media and communication, said the support from the nation's leadership has helped to expand the number of beneficiaries and achieve tangible results. He said this reflects the Kingdom's ongoing efforts to support the agricultural sector and develop rural areas, the SPA added. Al-Buraikan said the program has several main pillars, including developing agricultural and livestock production, empowering rural women, and supporting small-scale fishermen. The program also focuses on adding value to products which was key to sustainable rural development and boosting the income of families across the regions, he added. Al-Buraikan said Saudi Reef continues to provide direct support, training, and certification programs aimed at improving quality of life in rural areas. This was in addition to increasing the agricultural sector's contribution to the nation's gross domestic product, in line with the goals of Vision 2030, he said.
Asharq Al-Awsat
19-05-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Reef Launches Leather Craft Training for Rural Women in Al-Kharj
The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program (Saudi Reef) has launched its inaugural vocational empowerment training program in leather industries for rural women in Al-Kharj Governorate, aiming to promote entrepreneurship and contribute to the national economy in line with Vision 2030 goals. The program equips rural women with essential skills in local leather manufacturing to strengthen their small businesses and support the marketing and growth of their leather products, SPA reported. Saudi Reef Assistant Secretary-General for Media and Communication Majed Al-Buraikan noted that 15 female rural entrepreneurs are participating in the training, which focuses on value-added leather industries, including techniques, innovative design, product diversification, quality control, and business management. The program also covers business planning, cost strategies, marketing, and branding to help establish value-added ventures.
