Keywords: Agricultural development


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......

ElleMoutmir strengthens Moroccan women’s leadership in sustainable agriculture

Through OCP Group’s Al Moutmir initiative, ElleMoutmir is transforming Morocco’s rural landscape by positioning women at the center of agricultural sustainability and inclusive growth. The program equips women with essential agronomic, digital, and entrepreneurial skills, empowering them......

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 strengthens agricultural partnerships at IFAD summit in Rome

Morocco has joined global agricultural leaders at the 48th International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Governing Council meeting in Rome, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to agricultural development and food security initiatives. The Moroccan delegation, led by Ambassador Youssef Balla,......

Development of Irrigated Agricultural Areas Below Kheng Grou Dam

The government continues its efforts to enhance agricultural potential through the development of hydro-agricultural projects. In preparation for the Kheng Grou Dam, currently under construction in the Figuig region, a consortium has been tasked with conducting a study on the development of hydro-agricultural......

Credit Agricole Morocco Secures $100M Year-End Bond Issue Amid Strategic Transitions

Credit Agricole of Morocco (CAM) has concluded 2024 with a robust MAD 1 billion ($100 million) subordinated bond issuance, signaling strong market confidence in the institution's financial standing. The December 31 operation was strategically structured into two equal tranches of MAD 500 million......

OCP Africa Partners with Niger to Transform Agricultural Value Chains

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of Morocco’s OCP Group, has entered into a landmark partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to improve the country’s agricultural value chains. The agreement, announced on Friday, aims to promote sustainable agricultural development and......

Laayoune Hosts Groundbreaking Conference on Camelid Innovation

The inaugural International Conference on Camelids kicked off in Laayoune, Morocco, bringing together local breeders, international experts, and scientists to explore cutting-edge developments in camelid management. This three-day event, running from October 14 to 16, aligns with the United Nations Food......

Morocco's Economic Outlook: A Balanced Approach to Growth and Resilience

Morocco's economic trajectory is set to navigate a delicate path in the coming year, with the Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) projecting a modest growth rate of 2.8% for 2024. This forecast, while indicating a slowdown from previous years, reflects a strategic approach to managing economic challenges and positioning......