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The latest monitoring bulletin from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicates the presence of solitary desert locusts across Morocco’s Draa and Ziz-Ghris valleys, specifically from Assa to Erfoud. Observations throughout March revealed evidence of breeding activities, including mating......
In 2024, Morocco reached a record-high volume of banana imports, exceeding 36,000 tons, marking an increase of nearly 29% compared to the previous year. This surge is attributed to a decline in local banana production, leading Morocco to increase its purchases from Spain and Portugal, which have gradually......
Russia's health authorities have reported the issuance of over 2,480 veterinary certificates for the export of products to Morocco last year. This placed Morocco as the ninth-largest trade partner for Moscow in this sector, according to a statement from the Russian Agricultural and Veterinary Surveillance......
Morocco has been honored as the guest of honor at the Sommet de l’élevage, Europe’s foremost livestock event. This prestigious gathering will take place from October 7-10, 2025, in Clermont-Ferrand, France, bringing together 2,000 elite pedigree animals and 1,750 exhibitors from around......
Locust swarms have begun to invade multiple regions across Morocco, prompting significant concerns regarding the potential impact on agriculture and food security. This alarming situation follows similar outbreaks in neighboring Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, with locusts now making their way through Moroccan......
Recent rainfall in the Oujda region has brought renewed hope to farmers and provided a much-needed boost to almond cultivation, particularly in the areas of Sidi Bouharia and Tafoughalt, known for their fruitful almond trees. The significant rainfall has had a profound impact on fruit trees, which are......
Morocco has witnessed a significant uptick in rainfall from September 2024 to March 19, 2025, recording a total of 113.9 mm. Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas noted that this figure marks an 88.1% increase over last year's rainfall of just 60 mm, although it still falls short of the national......
The Spanish agricultural industry is anxiously awaiting the potential re-imposition of tariffs on olive oil by the Trump administration. This industry, particularly in Madridejos, Toledo, supports over 60 families and has been a pillar of the local economy for generations. Olive groves stretch across......
If you're considering raising chickens, cows, or sheep in the Spanish countryside, be prepared for a maze of bureaucracy. Owning farm animals in Spain requires a thorough understanding of various regulations to avoid potential fines. Keeping Chickens and Other Poultry For those wishing to keep......
Morocco's central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), anticipates a modest rise in the country's grain harvest this year, though outcomes are expected to fall short of government projections. In a recent press conference, the Governor of BAM, Abdellatif Jouahri, revealed that the estimated grain harvest......
The rising price of olive oil in Morocco has reached a staggering 110 dirhams per liter, yet authorities persist in an export policy that seemingly disregards the challenges faced by local consumers. Recent data from the European Commission reveals a remarkable increase in Moroccan olive oil exports......
Salinity presents a critical challenge to agriculture worldwide, particularly in regions already grappling with water scarcity. This issue arises when excessive salt accumulates in soil or water, hindering plant growth by limiting water absorption. While salinity can occur naturally, human activities......
Morocco has implemented over 987 olive demonstration platforms (PFDs) across 24 provinces and 159 municipalities during the 2023/2024 agricultural season. This initiative, part of the Al Moutmir model and developed in collaboration with the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), promotes optimized......