Jawfeh of Sahem: The Flavor of Yarmouk Turning into an Agricultural Brand
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On the banks of the Yarmouk River, in the far north of Irbid Governorate, the story of a fruit begins, which has been associated with its place until it became the 'Jawfeh of Sahem', a symbol of quality, a pride for its farmers, and a cornerstone of agricultural tourism in Bani Kenanah.
Farmer Mohammad Al-Tawalbeh indicated that with the arrival of the harvest season, which usually starts in late summer and continues through autumn, depending on weather conditions and production, the town of Sahem Al-Kafrat regains its agricultural activity, and guava orchards turn into a vibrant scene, where the fruits with their fragrant smell and strong flavor hang down, reaching the markets under a name that has become known to Jordanians: Jawfeh of Sahem or Sahemanian Jawfeh.
The secret of the flavor starts from the ground
Al-Tawalbeh confirmed that the fame of Sahem Jawfeh did not come from nowhere; farmers have invested the agricultural lands extending on the southern bank of the Yarmouk River, benefiting from the river water, the rich alluvial soil, and the subtropical climate that the region is characterized by.
These conditions have given the fruit characteristics that make it different from others, in terms of smell, flavor, and the balance between sweetness and sourness, making it in demand in Jordanian markets.
Al-Tawalbeh revealed that the area and productivity vary from one farm to another and it is expected that guava cultivation in the region will extend to about 1500 dunums, while the productivity of one dunum ranges between 1500 and 1800 kilograms daily during the peak production.
From a seasonal crop to an 'identity' of the place
Mohammad Al-Tawalbeh said that the Sahem Al-Kafrat region and the farms of the Yarmouk River are distinguished by their rich agricultural nature and the diversity of their crops, where they are considered one of the distinguished regions for agricultural production in northern Jordan. They are famous for growing guava, along with many fruits and crops that thrive in their fertile environment.
The agricultural diversity in the region is not limited to guava, but also includes mango, avocado, various types of citrus fruits, and custard apple. This diversity is due to the factors that the region enjoys, which have contributed to providing an ideal environment for growing various and high-quality crops. The town of Sahem Al-Kafrat and the adjacent area of Al-Usha are also linked to immortal military glories, as its land witnessed the famous Battle of Yarmouk under the leadership of Khalid ibn Al-Walid.
