Agricultural festivals in Lebanon have become a cornerstone for supporting the rural economy and boosting domestic tourism.
Agricultural festivals in Lebanon have become an opportunity to promote local products and highlight the identity of each region.
From “Cherry Day” in Hammana to “Olive Day” in the Chouf, as well as festivals celebrating wine, honey, apples, and grapes, these events attract thousands of visitors from across Lebanon, as well as expatriates and tourists.
The Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Louis Lahhoud, confirmed that the ministry is working to expand the calendar of National Agricultural Days to include various governorates.
The goal is to market Lebanese produce and promote each town based on what it is famous for.
He noted that the Lebanese Wine Festival is touring a number of cities and towns this summer, while the ministry has submitted a request to grant Hammana the title of “Lebanese Cherry Capital.”
It is also preparing to organize events dedicated to apples, olives, grapes, dairy products and cheeses, bananas, potatoes, citrus fruits, seafood, and traditional Lebanese preserves.
Lahoud explained that these initiatives are not limited to celebrating the harvests but aim to keep farmers on their land.
They also aim to stimulate the local economy, create jobs, and connect Lebanese products with local and international markets.
With attendance at these festivals growing year after year, they have become a successful model that combines the preservation of agricultural heritage with support for sustainable development across various regions of Lebanon.
MTV
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