250 varieties of dates across the Emirates

“Dabbas” is a type of wet that spreads from the Liwa Oasis and in the rest of the country. It is characterized by its yellow fruits of medium size. It has a low sugar content and good taste, suitable for diet. It is considered one of the desirable varieties for foreign markets. For these reasons, it is said, “He who does not grow dabbas does not take people’s daughters.” A popular proverb known among the people of Al Dhafra region indicates the importance of the palm tree for the residents of the UAE.

There are many varieties of dates at the level of the UAE, reaching 250 varieties, of which 135 are known, called Kharayef, and the rest are varieties called Al-Sayer. In naming the variety, including the color of the fruit, the outer shape, the date of maturity or where it is located, or it may be the person who discovers the variety.. Each of these dates has a taste and taste, and dates may be called according to their taste. The varieties with extra sweetness are called by names that indicate this, as in diabetes, and sweet Dates are classified according to the date of maturity of the fruit, including early, medium and late.

The blessed palm is one of the oldest trees known to man for thousands of years, glorified by the heavenly books, and worthy of its lofty position, which was mentioned in the Torah and the Bible and mentioned in the Holy Qur’an in twenty-three places.. The status and value of the palm tree is also evident in many Arab proverbs, including the Emirati vernacular. .

With the advent of the hot season, which extends for four months, it is the only season in which the dish of dates is not absent, which is a symbol of generosity and the best representative of the heritage of the Emirates and its virtues outweigh many other types of fruits because the dates with Arabic coffee are a special indication of the hospitality of the guest and the meanings of welcome and respect. and appreciation.

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