Keywords: AGRICULTURE


Spain’s migrant amnesty raises hopes for better working conditions in greenhouse sector

Spain’s new migrant regularization initiative is giving hope to thousands of undocumented agricultural workers employed in the country’s vast greenhouse farming sector, particularly in the southern region of Almería. For years, many migrants have worked under difficult conditions,......

US Congress advances bill to cut fertilizer tariffs

The United States Congress has moved forward with a legislative proposal aimed at removing countervailing duties on imported phosphate fertilizers from Morocco. Identical versions of the bill were introduced in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, signaling coordinated political momentum......

France debates emergency agriculture bill covering water, pesticides and farming reforms

France is preparing for intense parliamentary debates as lawmakers examine a new emergency agriculture bill aimed at addressing long-standing challenges in the farming sector. The proposed legislation, discussed in the National Assembly, comes in response to recent tensions among farmers over income,......

Moroccan tomato exports to Finland hit historic record

Morocco’s tomato exports to Finland reached a historic level during the 2025/2026 season, marking a significant expansion of the country’s presence in Nordic food markets. Between July 2025 and February 2026, shipments totaled around 2,200 tonnes, representing a doubling compared with the......

Dutch government plans to vaccinate laying hens against bird flu

The Dutch government is preparing to introduce a mandatory vaccination program for laying hens in an effort to combat the continued threat of bird flu, according to reports from national broadcaster NOS. Recent trials carried out in the country have shown that vaccinating poultry can significantly reduce......

Morocco's 61st Rose Festival brings agricultural support and training to Kelaat M'Gouna

The Drâa-Tafilalet region's prized rose industry takes center stage this week as Kelaat M'Gouna, in the province of Tinghir, prepares to host the 61st edition of its international rose festival from May 7 to 10, 2026. The annual event, dedicated to the region's emblematic perfume rose......

India resumes wheat exports but high prices may curb demand

India has restarted wheat exports after a four-year pause, signaling a shift in its agricultural trade policy. The decision follows improved harvests and the rebuilding of national reserves, allowing authorities to re-enter global markets cautiously. As the world’s second-largest wheat producer......

Morocco expands financial education programs reaching over 70,000 people

Moroccan Foundation for Financial Education reported that its financial education programs reached 70,827 direct beneficiaries in 2025, marking a 23 percent increase compared with the previous year. The figures were presented during a board meeting held in Rabat under the chairmanship of Abdellatif Jouahri,......

North Korea faces severe and unusual drought threatening crops

North Korea is currently facing an “unusual” and “severe” drought, raising concerns about agricultural production and food security in the isolated country. According to official reports, dry conditions have persisted across large parts of the territory, a situation described......