The famed figs of Akre have reached their peak ripeness, drawing in crowds of eager buyers from across the region. As the harvest season kicks off, local farmers are celebrating a bountiful yield, with the fruit's reputation continuing to grow.

One farmer, expressing his satisfaction with the harvest, said, “Kurdistan is gold, and its crops are gold; the government pays a lot of attention to us.” His words underscore the region's rich agricultural potential and the significant support from the government aimed at boosting local farming.