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Morocco strengthens livestock sector through royal initiatives amid challenges

Morocco has successfully preserved its livestock sector despite prolonged droughts and the aftermath of COVID-19, thanks to strategic measures led by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari announced during a press briefing on Thursday. Strategic actions safeguard national......

Morocco reduces cereal imports by 11% amid food security concerns

Morocco has reduced its cereal imports by 11% during the first seven months of 2025, signaling a push for more strategic grain management and food security measures. According to the National Federation of Cereal and Vegetable Traders, the country imported 5.847 million tons of cereals between January......

Morocco Proposes International Fund to Boost Africa’s Food Security

At the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS+4) in Addis Ababa, Morocco presented a bold initiative to create an international fund aimed at strengthening food security across Africa. The proposed fund, unveiled by Ahmed El Bouari, Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, is envisioned as a collaborative......

Lebanon’s poultry sector sets ambitious strategy for national development

The Lebanese Poultry Syndicate has launched an ambitious plan aimed at transforming the national poultry sector, a major contributor to Lebanon’s food security and rural employment. The initiative was officially presented during a conference held at the American University of Beirut (AUB) earlier......

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 secures second term on UN food agency council

Morocco has been re-elected to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Council, extending its membership until 2029. The decision was announced during the 44th FAO Conference held in Rome from June 28 to July 4. The North African nation, represented by Ambassador Youssef Balla, Morocco’s......

Morocco strengthens South-South cooperation to support vulnerable nations

Morocco has reaffirmed its dedication to assisting small island developing states, least developed countries (LDCs), and landlocked nations through its South-South cooperation model. The announcement was made by Abdellah Laghmed, Morocco’s Deputy Permanent Representative to UN organizations in......

Morocco strengthens food security in Ghana with fertilizer donation and expanded cooperation

Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s food security by donating 2,000 tons of fertilizers to Ghana. This initiative is part of Morocco's broader pan-African vision to combat food poverty and promote agricultural sustainability across the continent. The announcement was made by......

Morocco imports 5.9 million tons of cereals in five months amid growing dependency

Morocco imported 5.9 million tons of cereals and derivative products between January and late May 2025, according to recent data from the National Federation of Cereal and Legume Traders (FNCL). This volume reflects growing dependence on international markets amid national production weakened by challenging......