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Morocco's surging pepper exports carve a growing share in EU market

Morocco is solidifying its position in the European Union's pepper market, with its exports steadily increasing over the past 15 years. Amid declining exports from traditional leaders like Spain and the Netherlands, Morocco's rise signals a shift in the competitive landscape. A recent report......

Walaw reveals the true prices of vegetables and fruits in the market

"walaw" revealed the actual prices of vegetables and fruits in one of the weekly markets just a day before the start of the blessed month of Ramadan. There was a slight increase in the prices of peppers and eggplants, while the price of tomatoes showed a small decrease, and potato prices remained......

Spain sees a 625% surge in cereal imports from Morocco

Cereal imports from Morocco to Spain have skyrocketed by 625%, according to data from the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Trade. This dramatic increase has heightened competition in the domestic market, compelling Spanish farmers to lower their prices, as noted by Okdario. Official figures reveal that......

Brazil and Morocco partner to advance sustainable agriculture research

The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa) has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Morocco’s OCP Group—through its subsidiaries OCP Fertilizers and OCP Nutricrops—and the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University to expand research and development in sustainable......

Morocco-France relations: agricultural cooperation strengthens enduring partnership

France’s Minister of Agriculture, Annie Genevard, has highlighted the enduring strength of Morocco-France relations, describing Morocco as a “great friend of France.” Speaking on Sunday during the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Genevard emphasized the significance of Morocco......

Morocco and France strengthen agricultural digitalization cooperation at SIA Paris 2025

Paris, France - During Morocco's participation as the guest country at the International Agricultural Show (SIA) in Paris (February 22 to March 2), a partnership agreement was signed to promote innovation and knowledge transfer in the digital agriculture sector between Morocco and France. The agreement......

Morocco surpasses Spain as EU's second-largest tomato supplier amid market shift

The European Union's tomato market has undergone a significant transformation, with Morocco emerging as a dominant player while traditional powerhouse Spain experiences a notable decline. Recent data from Euroestacom reveals Morocco has claimed the second position in EU tomato supply, achieving a......

Morocco’s avocado and tomato exports: A billion-euro success amid a water crisis

As Morocco endures its sixth consecutive year of drought, a report by agricultural data platform Horto Info reveals a record level of agricultural trade between Morocco and Spain, heavily favoring the North African nation. In 2023, Morocco exported 476 million kilograms of agricultural products to Spain,......

France and Morocco's strong agricultural partnership at Salon de l'Agriculture 2025

On the morning of February 22, 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron and Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch officially inaugurated the International Agricultural Show (SIA) in Paris. This year, Morocco was invited as the honored guest country, marking a significant moment in the ongoing special......

Morocco’s sustainable agriculture takes center stage at Paris agricultural fair

The International Agricultural Show (SIA) in Paris is set to open its doors from February 22 to March 2, with Morocco featured as the first foreign country to be honored as the guest of distinction. At the heart of the exhibition, Morocco will showcase its agricultural heritage and innovations within......

Promising agricultural partnership: Brazil and Morocco unite for food security

The collaboration between Brazil and Morocco in soil management, fertilizers, and genetic variability—particularly for wheat—holds significant promise for advancing food security, according to Silvia Massruha, president of Embrapa, the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation. “The......

Wastewater irrigation in Morocco: A growing threat to health and the environment

Morocco's agricultural sector is facing an escalating crisis as water scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, drives some farmers to adopt illegal practices, including irrigating crops with untreated wastewater. This alarming trend has raised significant concerns about public health, environmental......

South-South cooperation: A pillar of Morocco's African development strategy

Morocco places South-South cooperation at the heart of its development strategy, actively participating in capacity-building initiatives to enhance resilience in rural areas, empower farmers, and strengthen food systems across Africa. This commitment was highlighted by Youssef Balla, Morocco’s......