Sheikh Hamdan directs Dh1-million grant for Dubai Date Festival participants

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered the granting of AED 1 million to participants of the third Dubai Date Festival, acknowledging their contribution in preserving and promoting an essential part of the UAE's rich cultural and agricultural heritage.The initiative celebrates individuals and organisations that are keeping one of the nation's cherished traditions alive, according to Dubai Media Office.

AED 1 Million Grant to Support Heritage

The grant has been announced in appreciation of the efforts of festival participants focused on promoting Emirati heritage and raising awareness on date palm cultivation.

Key highlights:

• AED 1 million funding for festival participants

• It is directed by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

• Wanting to do their part in the UAE's tradition and agricultural preservation.

Dubai Date Festival Celebrates Emirati Traditions

The third iteration of the Dubai Date Festival was hosted until 26 July at Qalaat Al Rimal on the Dubai — Al Ain Road.

The festival highlighted the significance of the date palm as an integral part of culture and gathered together farmers, families and the institutions.

Festival Highlights

• Featured 15 competitions celebrating date palm cultivation.

• Introduced new competition categories this year.

• Strengthened the social and cultural significance of dates.

• Encouraged community participation and heritage preservation.

Date Harvest Season Continues Across Dubai

Although the festival has concluded, the date harvesting season is still underway across Dubai.

The fresh dates will be harvested and given to families and communities, so that the perks of the season can reach more dew-hungry mouths.

'Kharayef Al Rutab' Initiative Returns

Dubai Community Development Authority, CDA, has launched the second period of the Kharayef Al Rutab initiative which aims to ensure the most prominent social impact for date harvest.

Initiative Goals

Distribute boxes of fresh dates to over 5,000 families and vulnerable groups.
Work with national farms throughout Dubai.
Involve 1,000 Emirati volunteers in the distribution operation.
Encouraging sustainable utilization of agricultural products cultivated in our locality.

Strengthening Community Through Heritage

The Dubai Date Festival and the Kharayef Al Rutab initiative are manifestations of Dubai's aspiration to create a future for Emirati heritage, local farmers, and sustainable communities that make use of the vital national industry associated with agriculture.