Keywords: Agriculture


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......

Morocco launches probe into rice imports amid pressure on farmers

Morocco’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has opened a safeguard investigation into rising rice imports after a formal complaint from two domestic producers. The inquiry, which began on April 13, covers both white and brown rice and comes at a sensitive moment for the agricultural sector as farmers......

Honey labeling rules strengthened across Europe from june

Starting in June, new labeling rules for honey products will come into force across the European Union, aiming to improve transparency and protect consumers from misleading practices. The updated regulation requires producers to clearly indicate the origin of honey blends, listing each country of harvest......

France lowers avian influenza risk level from high to moderate

Authorities in France have decided to lower the national risk level for avian influenza from “high” to “moderate,” reflecting an improvement in the overall health situation among poultry farms and wild bird populations. The revised classification, which comes into effect this......