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Morocco to Be Guest of Honor at Sommet de l’Élevage 2025

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......

Investigation into alleged embezzlement of 13 billion dirhams in red meat subsidies

The National Judicial Police Brigade (BNPJ) has launched an investigation into suspicions of embezzlement involving public subsidies allocated to livestock importers. Despite the allocation of 13 billion dirhams intended to stabilize red meat prices, costs have continued to rise, raising concerns about......

Navigating the bureaucracy of keeping farm animals in Spain

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......

Livestock farmers in Dar Gueddari decry Eid sacrifice decision

During a field visit to the weekly market of Dar Gueddari, Walaw gathered citizens' opinions on the unexpected decision to forgo the traditional Eid al-Adha sacrifice ritual. The announcement has sparked widespread controversy, dividing opinions between those who view it as a progressive measure......

Morocco: The ritual sacrifice of Eid al-Adha will not take place this year due to livestock shortage

In a royal message delivered by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, during the main news bulletin on "Al Aoula" television channel, HM King Mohammed VI called upon the Moroccan people to forgo the ritual sacrifice of Eid al-Adha this year. This decision comes in response......

Morocco secures Australian sheep import deal amid domestic shortage for Eid Al-Adha

Morocco has initiated plans to import 100,000 sheep from Australia to address a significant livestock shortage ahead of Eid Al-Adha. The decision comes as the country faces a 38% decline in national livestock numbers compared to 2016, exacerbated by persistent drought conditions. Government spokesman......

Paraguay targets Morocco's beef market amid drought-driven livestock decline

Paraguay's meat industry is making strategic moves to expand its presence in Morocco's beef market, aiming to double its current exports of 4,500 tons. This expansion initiative comes as Morocco grapples with severe agricultural challenges due to prolonged drought conditions. Recent meetings......

Eid Al-Adha: Morocco tackles severe livestock shortage with strategic imports

A significant decline in Morocco's livestock population has prompted swift government action, including major import initiatives and support measures for local farmers. The national herd has decreased by 38% since 2016, as revealed by Agriculture Minister Ahmed Bouari during a recent press conference. The......

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......