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Morocco and Japan partner on $420 million irrigation project to boost agriculture

Morocco and Japan have signed a loan agreement worth MAD 3.9 billion ($420.1 million) to finance a hydro-agricultural development project aimed at improving irrigation and agricultural productivity in southeastern Morocco’s Gharb region. The project will cover the construction of main irrigation......

China resumes US soybean purchases, providing cautious relief for American farmers

China's state-owned grain trader, Cofco Group, has resumed large-scale purchases of American soybeans, securing nearly 840,000 metric tons for shipment in December and January from Gulf Coast and Pacific Northwest ports. This marks the most significant inflow......

OCP introduces NP 5-42 fertilizer to reduce ammonia dependence

Morocco’s OCP Group, a global leader in phosphate production, has launched a new nitrogen-phosphate compound fertilizer called NP 5-42. This innovative product is part of OCP’s strategy to enhance agricultural precision while managing raw material costs, particularly in light of rising ammonia......

Morocco strengthens support for oasis communities to boost sustainable date production

Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed El Bouari, announced an expanded national commitment to reinforcing the country’s oasis ecosystems and revitalizing its date production industry. The statement came during the opening ceremony of the 14th International Date Fair in Erfoud, held under......

Morocco’s agriculture growth drives economic recovery in early 2025

Morocco’s economy has shown solid recovery in the first half of 2025, bolstered by a 4.6% growth in agricultural output and significant progress across key industries. According to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF) under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, this rebound......

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......