The start of the 'Mongar' date harvesting season

The markets of the Wilaya of Menia welcomed the first quantities of 'Mongar' dates (fresh), signaling the start of the harvesting season for one of the most popular seasonal varieties that enjoys wide consumer demand due to its sweet taste and varying colors, coinciding with the peak of summer and rising temperatures. 'Mongar' dates are characterized by their high quality and color variations ranging from golden yellow to honey, red, and brown, and include several well-known varieties in the region, including 'Mongar', which represents an early stage of ripening for 'Gharas' dates, along with varieties such as 'Baydat Al-Hamam', 'Tantaboucht', 'Warglia', 'Sheikh', 'Bassar', and 'Tafzwin', as well as other names that vary by region in the south of the country. View the full content on...