Figs of Akre Ripe for Harvest: Farmers Reap Golden Rewards in Kurdistan
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.
هەنجیری بەناوبانگی ئاکرێ پێگەیشتووە و خەڵک بە تایبەت دەچن دەیکڕن؛ جوتیارێک دەڵێ: "کوردستان زێڕە و بەروبوومەکەشی زێڕە؛ حکومەتیش گرنگیی زۆرمان پێ دەدات". pic.twitter.com/DTE6NE013K
— KRG Dept. of Media & Information (@DMI_KRG) August 29, 2024
The fig harvest is a pivotal event for Akre's economy, with the fruits commanding premium prices in both local and national markets. This year's crop is expected to be particularly profitable, owing to favorable weather and enhanced farming practices supported by government initiatives.
As buyers flock to Akre to purchase the highly sought-after figs, the region's farmers are optimistic that this year's success will further cement Kurdistan's status as a leading producer of top-quality crops.
