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Morocco unveils 12.8 billion dirham livestock support initiative

Morocco has introduced a significant livestock support program valued at 12.8 billion dirhams, designed to provide financial aid to farmers, secure fodder supplies, and preserve breeding females. The announcement came during the Government Council session held in Rabat. The initiative aligns with Morocco's......

Morocco unveils Agricultural Vision 2050 to secure sustainable food systems

Morocco has announced the development of its ambitious “Agricultural Vision 2050,” a forward-looking strategy designed to transform the nation’s agricultural sector over the next three decades. Building on the current Generation Green framework, the new roadmap aims to address climate......

Al Moutmir program boosts crop yields and incomes for Moroccan farmers

The Al Moutmir program, spearheaded by the OCP Foundation and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), has delivered remarkable results for Moroccan farmers growing cereals and pulses during the 2024/2025 farming season. The findings were unveiled at the 17th Al Moutmir Open Innovation Lab, held in......

Morocco predicts record olive harvest, olive oil prices set to halve

Morocco is on track for a record-breaking olive harvest this year, offering relief to consumers after a challenging season that saw olive oil prices soar to unprecedented levels. Producers forecast that the country’s olive oil output could more than double, significantly easing market pressures. Record......

Morocco’s avocado boom thrives amid worsening water crisis

Morocco has solidified its position as Africa’s third-largest avocado producer, even as the country grapples with severe drought and mounting water scarcity. This paradox of agricultural expansion amid environmental strain highlights the challenge of balancing economic growth with sustainability. Morocco......

Moroccan raspberry exports reach historic record in 2024/2025

Moroccan raspberry exports have reached an unprecedented level in the 2024/2025 season, with a 14% increase in volume compared to the previous season and a 9% rise compared to the previous record in 2022/2023, according to EastFruit. April 2025 marked a peak with over 10,000 tons exported, confirming......

Morocco records 32 million livestock in census amid drought recovery efforts

Morocco’s Ministry of Agriculture has announced the results of the national livestock census conducted between June 26 and August 11, which recorded a total of 32,832,573 heads of livestock. The census aims to provide an updated database to boost productivity and support food sovereignty amidst......

Ghana seeks Morocco’s expertise in cannabis regulation

Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has initiated collaboration with Morocco to study its advanced cannabis regulation framework. During a recent meeting in Accra with Morocco’s ambassador, Imane Quaadil, Ghanaian officials expressed interest in Morocco’s approach to licensing......

Morocco aims to secure five-month wheat stock amid price drop

Morocco is leveraging declining global wheat prices to bolster its reserves and meet domestic demand for the next three to five months. The move comes as the country continues to grapple with the effects of a persistent six-year drought. Capitalizing on lower wheat prices Abdelkader El Alaoui, President......

Morocco’s OCP Nutricrops to deliver 1.1 million tons of fertilizers to Bangladesh

Morocco’s OCP Nutricrops, a subsidiary of the OCP Group, has signed a major agreement to supply 1.1 million tons of non-urea fertilizers to Bangladesh between 2025 and 2026. This partnership underscores OCP’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and fostering global collaborations in agronomy. A......

Morocco's record avocado exports to Canada raise sustainability concerns amid drought

As Morocco endures its worst drought in decades, the country has set a record by exporting 1,180 tons of avocados to Canada during the 2024/25 marketing season. The surge in exports has sparked debate over the sustainability of cultivating water-intensive crops in a nation grappling with a severe water......

Moroccan fruits and vegetables flood Spanish market

Over the first quarter of 2025, Spain saw a sharp increase in its imports of Moroccan fresh produce, with volumes jumping by 24% to exceed 188,000 tons. This surge has intensified tensions within Spain’s agricultural sector, which is already under considerable pressure. According to data from......

Morocco Reaches Record Zucchini Exports to Switzerland

Morocco has achieved a new record in its zucchini exports to Switzerland, with a 25% increase compared to the previous season. This upward trend reflects the country's strong potential to expand further in this European market. According to recent agricultural trade data, Morocco's zucchini......