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          The International Date Council (IDC) was established in 2022 and serves as the premier international body dedicated to the global date palm sector, bringing together producers, exporters, and importers under a single umbrella.

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Libya Libya

Libya is one of the newest members of the International Dates Council, having joined on 12 March 2026.

  • The Dates Sector in State of Libya

    Production reached approximately 188.3 thousand tons in 2023. Major Varieties • Degla • Taghyat • Abel • Fezzan oasis varieties • Jufra oasis varieties • Ghadames oasis varieties Exports and Markets Most production is consumed domestically, with exports directed to: • Tunisia • Egypt • Sahel countries • Mediterranean European markets • Libyan and Arab diaspora communities Opportunities include varietal documentation, improved packaging, enhanced logistics, organic dates, and promotion of Libya's desert heritage.

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About the Council

  • Who We Are
  • Our Mission - Vision
  • Our Values
  • Our Strategic Pillars
  • Message from Director
  • Council Members
  • Governance & Structure
  • Contact Us

Council News

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About Dates

  • The World of Dates
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