Madinah's Date Market Bustles as Rutab Season Opens

The date market in Madinah is witnessing increased activity with the start of the rutab season and early harvests from farms in Wadi Al-Safra and western villages on the outskirts of Madinah, as several rutab varieties have begun arriving and quantities are expected to grow gradually in the coming days.

 Several date varieties are being supplied to the central date market in Madinah and the date auction yard, while buyers await the ripening of Rothana rutab and the start of its harvest season in significant yields by the end of June. Rothana is considered the most famous rutab variety and the most sought-after among Madinah residents and visitors.

 Rothana is the leading summer rutab variety and is distinguished by its medium size, soft texture, and moderate sweetness. It tops rutab sales at the end of the season, which extends until the end of August each year.

 Farmers are closely monitoring the full ripening of Rothana rutab by the end of June to ensure sufficient supply and suitable quality. Harvesting and sales operations will then begin, either directly from farms or through distribution in appropriately sized boxes for export and individual consumers, as the variety continues to attract strong demand from buyers within and outside the region.