Jihel Dates

Also spelled Jihlel or Jilhel, this Moroccan variety is a significant commercial cultivar, particularly valued in the Drâa-Tafilalet region for its large size and pleasant texture.

A date characterized by its large size and softness. It is a semi-dry variety. Its flavor is sweet. It is one of the ten Moroccan varieties sold in the Fez date wholesale market.

Cultivated in the southern regions of Morocco, primarily in the Drâa Valley (Zagora, Ouarzazate, Tinghir, and Tata) and Tafilalet. The climate is ideal for its development, giving it a unique flavor and texture. Production is estimated at 7,500 tons, representing 9% of Morocco's total date production.

Provides natural sugars, dietary fiber, and essential minerals. It is a good source of energy.

Its large size and soft texture make it a satisfying and easy-to-eat snack. In Morocco, Jihel dates are a traditional and commercially important variety, often consumed during Ramadan and as an everyday treat.

Best enjoyed as a snack on its own. Can also be used in baking and confectionery. Its semi-dry texture makes it versatile for various culinary applications.

Jihel is an important commercial variety in Morocco. It represents the rich phoenicultural heritage of the Drâa Valley and Tafilalet regions. The quality required by the Moroccan Jihel variety standard allows it to be commercially facilitated with compliance with international standards. It is a symbol of Moroccan agricultural excellence and a key player in the country's date industry.